Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe for Comfort Food Lovers
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Savory French Onion Pot Roast. Combining the rich flavors of caramelized onions and tender, juicy pot roast, this dish is perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings. The heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen while it slow-cooks will have everyone eagerly awaiting dinner. Each bite delivers a delightful mix of savory beef and sweet onion flavor, making it a meal you’ll want to savor again and again. Easy to prepare and bursting with taste, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 lb boneless pot roast (chuck)
- 3 lbs yellow onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup red wine (or more beef stock)
- 2 1/2 cups beef stock
- Fresh rosemary
- Bay leaf
Instructions
- Preheat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Season the pot roast with salt and pepper, then sear in the Dutch oven until browned on all sides (10-12 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Slice onions using a food processor and cook them in the remaining oil until translucent (5 minutes).
- Lower heat, caramelize onions for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Add garlic and maple syrup; cook for an additional 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in flour, deglaze with red wine or beef broth, then return the pot roast to cover it fully with the mixture.
- Add rosemary and bay leaf; bring to a simmer before covering and transferring to a preheated oven at 300°F.
- Cook for about three hours, turning halfway through until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg