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Savory French Onion Pot Roast

Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe for Comfort Food Lovers
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Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe. This dish combines tender beef with sweet, caramelized onions and a rich, savory broth that envelops your senses in warmth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, it’s an easy-to-prepare meal that brings everyone together. The delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly waiting for dinner. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes, soft polenta, or buttery egg noodles for a complete, satisfying meal that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 lbs boneless pot roast (chuck)
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 lbs yellow onions (about 8 medium-large)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or gluten-free AP flour)
  • 1 cup red apple vinegar or additional beef stock
  • 2 1/2 cups beef stock
  • Fresh rosemary sprig
  • Bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Dutch oven over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Season the pot roast with half of the salt and pepper, then sear in the Dutch oven until browned on all sides (about 10-12 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
  3. Use a food processor to thinly slice the onions.
  4. Add remaining olive oil to the Dutch oven, toss in the onions with the remaining salt and pepper, cooking until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, stirring occasionally until onions are light golden brown (about 20 minutes).
  6. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  7. Add garlic and maple syrup to onions; cook for another 7-8 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle in flour; deglaze with apple vinegar and add beef stock; mix well.
  9. Return pot roast to the Dutch oven, ensuring it's covered by liquid. Add rosemary and bay leaf; bring to a simmer.
  10. Cover and place in preheated oven; cook for about three hours undisturbed.
  11. After three hours, turn pot roast over; if desired, shred into pieces using two forks and return covered pot back into the oven for an additional 30–45 minutes until tender.
  12. Remove from oven; let cool slightly before serving with mashed potatoes, polenta, or buttered egg noodles.

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Find it online: https://chefharper.com/savory-french-onion-pot-roast-recipe-for-comfort-food-lovers/

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