Italian-Style Pot Roast

Ingredients

• 3-4 pound chuck roast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Season the chuck roast with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Place the roast in the pot and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
4. Remove the roast from the pot and set aside. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, and balsamic vinegar to the pot. Stir to combine.
6. Return the roast to the pot and cover. Place the pot in the preheated oven and cook for 2 1/2-3 hours, or until the roast is very tender.
7. Remove the pot from the oven and let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Interesting Facts

• This Italian-Style Pot Roast is the perfect weeknight meal, as it requires minimal effort and yields delicious results.
• It is best served with mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes.
• If you are short on time, you can also make this recipe in a slow cooker.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.