Irresistibly Tender Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe

Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe for Comfort Food Lovers provides irresistible flavors that warm your heart and home.

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 4

Resting Time: 15

Total Time: 4 30

Course: Beef

Cuisine: French

Keyword: comfort food, Gluten-Free Option, Hearty Meal, Savory French Onion Pot Roast, slow-cooked, Tender Beef

Servings: servings

Calories: 450kcal

3-4 pounds Beef Chuck Roast A cut with good marbling for maximum flavor and tenderness.
4 large Yellow Onions Thinly sliced.
4 cloves Garlic Minced.
2 cups Beef Broth Substitute part with red wine for a flavor boost.
2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Enhances the dish with earthy notes.
2 leaves Bay Leaves Add aromatic flavor; remove before serving.
to taste Salt & Black Pepper For seasoning.
as needed tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the meat and caramelizing onions.

Slice the onions thinly and mince the garlic. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add the sliced onions. Cook until translucent, then reduce heat to low and cook until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 7-8 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour (or gluten-free blend) and deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping any browned bits. Add beef broth and return the roast to the pot.
Toss in the fresh thyme and bay leaves. Cover and bake in a preheated oven at 300°F for about 3-4 hours, until the roast is tender.
Remove from the oven and let the pot roast rest for a few minutes. Shred the beef and serve with caramelized onions and sauce.

Optional: Garnish with fresh thyme before serving for an added touch of elegance. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card below.

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