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French Onion Pot Roast

French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting dish that fills your home with rich, savory aromas. This slow-cooked beef chuck roast, infused with sweet caramelized onions and aromatic herbs, delivers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and unforgettable flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe transforms weeknight meals into special occasions.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup white wine (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on all sides (about 6 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
  2. Add sliced onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent (about 8 minutes).
  3. If using, pour in white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up brown bits; simmer for 3 minutes.
  4. Return the roast to the pot along with beef broth and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover with a lid.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.
  6. Serve hot over mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
  • Author: Stefanie Weber
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating other herbs like rosemary or swapping beef for pork. Let the roast rest before slicing to ensure juiciness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.