Savory French Onion Pot Roast: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight
Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe for Comfort Food Lovers combines tender beef and caramelized onions for a deliciously comforting dish.
Equipment
- Dutch oven
- Skillet
Ingredients
Beef and Broth
- 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast Look for bright red color with visible fat.
- 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium broth.
Vegetables
- 4 large yellow onions Thinly sliced.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced or thinly sliced.
Herbs and Spices
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing and caramelizing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the onions into thin rings and mince the garlic.
- Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Prepare thyme by stripping from stems if using fresh.
Searing the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the beef chuck roast for about 4 minutes on each side until browned.
Caramelizing Onions
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if necessary and toss in the onions and garlic.
- Caramelize the onions for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Combining Ingredients
- In a Dutch oven or slow cooker, place the seared roast and top with caramelized onions and garlic.
- Pour in the beef broth and add thyme and bay leaves; cover tightly.
Cooking
- Cook on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is tender.
- Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs before shredding beef for serving.
Notes
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed green beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg
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