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Comforting French Onion Pot Roast

Comforting French Onion Pot Roast: A Family Favorite Delight

This Comforting French Onion Pot Roast combines rich flavors of tender chuck roast with caramelized onions, perfect for cozy family meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Boneless cut for optimal tenderness
  • to taste Sea Salt Adjust to your taste preference
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Pre-ground can work in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ideal for searing; substitute with canola if needed
For the Onions
  • 3 pounds Yellow Onions About 8 medium to large
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar Offers sweetness to balance the savory profile
For the Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Used to thicken the gravy
  • 2.5 cups Beef Stock Keeps the dish moist during cooking
  • to taste Red Wine or Extra Beef Stock Enhances the gravy’s complexity
For Seasoning
  • 1 sprig Rosemary Fresh herbs uplift the flavor
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Adds earthy depth; remove before serving

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
  2. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Sear the roast in the Dutch oven for 10-12 minutes, rotating to brown all sides.
  3. Remove the roast and add sliced onions to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Lower heat and cook onions for 20 minutes until light golden brown. Stir in minced garlic and maple syrup (or brown sugar) for an additional 7–8 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour over caramelized onions. Gradually pour in red wine, stirring to deglaze the pan, then add the beef stock.
  6. Return the seared roast to the Dutch oven, ensuring it is covered by the gravy. Add rosemary and bay leaf.
  7. Bring to a simmer on the stovetop. Cover and transfer to the oven to braise for 3 hours.
  8. After 3 hours, turn the roast over gently and braise for an additional 30-45 minutes until fork-tender.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavors if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, sear the roast properly and take your time caramelizing the onions. Store leftovers in an airtight container for future meals.

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