Classic American Beef Pot Roast Recipe

This classic American-style beef pot roast is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Slow-cooked to perfection with tender beef, vegetables, and rich gravy, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the dinner table.

Ingredients

• 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 onions, sliced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
4. Add the beef chuck roast and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
5. Remove the beef from the Dutch oven and set aside.
6. Add the onions, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
8. Return the beef to the Dutch oven and add the beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and bay leaves.
9. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer to the preheated oven.
10. Cook for 3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
11. Remove the beef and vegetables from the Dutch oven and set aside.
12. Skim off any excess fat from the cooking liquid.
13. Mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
14. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the cooking liquid and simmer until thickened into a rich gravy.
15. Slice the beef and serve with the vegetables and gravy.

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