Classic American Pot Roast Recipe with Vegetables

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Classic American Pot Roast Recipe with Vegetables
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
240 mins
Total Time:
260mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 18, 2024

This American pot roast recipe is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The tender beef is slow-cooked with a flavorful gravy and served with a variety of vegetables for a complete meal. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 4 potatoes, cubed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown the roast on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and set aside.
  6. Add onions and carrots to the Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary, and cook for another minute.
  8. Add beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce to the Dutch oven.
  9. Return the roast to the Dutch oven and bring the liquid to a simmer.
  10. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to the preheated oven.
  11. Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
  12. Add potatoes to the Dutch oven and cook for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  13. Serve the pot roast with the vegetables and plenty of gravy.
  14. Enjoy your delicious American pot roast!

Interesting Facts

  • Pot roast is a popular comfort food in American cuisine, dating back to the early settlers.
  • Slow-cooking the pot roast allows the flavors to meld together and the meat to become tender and juicy.
  • Leftover pot roast makes for tasty sandwiches the next day!