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Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

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Juicy French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting, slow-cooked beef dish with the deep, sweet flavor of caramelized onions and a rich broth, inspired by classic French onion soup. It’s tender, savory, and perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lb chuck roast or beef shoulder
  • 4 yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: sliced baguette and shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the roast with salt and pepper.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Sear roast on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add onions and cook, stirring often, for 25–30 minutes until deeply caramelized.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar or a splash of broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Return roast to the pot. Add remaining broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover and transfer to the oven.
  6. Bake for 3–3.5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Remove bay leaves and thyme stems. Skim excess fat if needed.
  8. For a French onion soup-style twist, top servings with toasted baguette and melted Gruyère cheese.

Notes

  • Add carrots or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
  • Use a mix of yellow and sweet onions for complex flavor.
  • Substitute balsamic vinegar with red wine for a French-style broth.
  • Add halved baby potatoes during the last hour for a one-pot meal.
  • Can be adapted to a slow cooker after caramelizing the onions.

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