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Tender Balsamic Cranberry Beef Roast

Tender Balsamic Cranberry Beef Roast for Cozy Holiday Meals

Tender Balsamic Cranberry Beef Roast is a gourmet comfort dish perfect for holiday gatherings, combining sweet-tart cranberries and rich balsamic flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 4 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Consider using bottom round for a leaner option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground provides the best taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the beef.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; yellow or sweet onions work well.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Or substitute with thyme.
  • 2 cups Cranberries Use fresh or frozen.
  • 1/3 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Can use vegetable broth.
  • 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season the beef chuck roast on all sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef roast for 6-8 minutes, turning frequently.
  4. Remove the roast and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the same pot for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the dried rosemary and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Combine cranberries, balsamic vinegar, beef broth, and brown sugar in the pot and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Return the seared beef roast to the pot and spoon sauce over the top.
  8. Cover the pot and roast in the oven for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  9. Let the beef rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve the sliced roast topped with cranberry balsamic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow beef to rest before slicing to maintain juiciness. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

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