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Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

A comforting and flavorful pot roast that combines tender beef, caramelized onions, and French onion soup mix, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 lb beef chuck roast
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large oven-proof pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper and brown it on all sides in the pot.
  3. Remove the roast and set it aside. In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until they are soft and caramelized.
  4. Stir in the French onion soup mix and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Return the roast to the pot, cover, and transfer it to the oven.
Cooking
  1. Cook for about 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 50gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute the beef chuck roast with a lean cut like sirloin and use vegetable broth for a different taste. To store leftovers, let the pot roast cool down completely. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

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