Ultimate French Onion Pot Roast
Indulge in the rich flavors of Ultimate French Onion Pot Roast, a heartwarming dish that combines succulent beef and sweet caramelized onions simmered to perfection. This cozy meal envelops your kitchen in delightful aromas, making it ideal for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Topped with melted Gruyère cheese, this pot roast promises to be a crowd-pleaser, creating unforgettable moments around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 large sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia), sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 8 oz sliced Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until caramelized. Scrape up any browned bits for added flavor.
- Pour in red wine, simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in beef broth and thyme. Return the roast to the pot.
- Cover with a lid and transfer to the oven. Cook for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Remove from oven, top with Gruyère cheese, cover until melted (about 10 minutes), then serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg