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Dutch Oven Pot Roast Beef With French Onion Gravy

Tender Dutch Oven Pot Roast Beef With French Onion Gravy

A heartwarming Dutch Oven Pot Roast Beef with rich French onion gravy, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast The ideal cut for slow braising.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Gravy
  • 2 large Yellow Onions Caramelized for the gravy.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Enhances meaty flavors.
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine Optional; adds complexity.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Thickens the gravy.
For Seasoning
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme Aromatic herb.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Adds flavor.
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For caramelizing the onions.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chuck roast by patting it dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the roast for 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
  3. Remove the beef and melt butter in the pot. Add sliced onions and caramelize for 20–30 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for about a minute. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Sprinkle flour over onions and cook for two minutes, stirring continuously to create a roux.
  6. Pour in beef broth while stirring, add thyme and bay leaves, and bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the roast to the pot, cover, and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  8. Once tender, remove from oven, discard bay leaves, and slice the roast before serving smothered in gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 45gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use high-quality beef broth for best flavor and let the roast rest after cooking for juicier slices.

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