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Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe

Savory French Onion Pot Roast Recipe
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This Savory French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting, tender beef dish slow-cooked in a rich caramelized onion and red wine sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners, the pot roast is seared to develop flavor, then braised with sweet onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and beef stock until meltingly tender. The dish is ideal served with mashed potatoes, polenta, or buttered egg noodles for a classic comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Beef and Seasonings

  • 3 lb boneless pot roast (chuck)
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
  • 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

Onion Mixture

  • 3 lbs yellow onions (about 8 medium-large)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour

Liquids and Herbs

  • 1 cup red wine or more beef stock
  • 2 1/2 cups beef stock
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Sear the Roast: Preheat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season the pot roast with half of the salt and pepper. Carefully add the pot roast to the Dutch oven and sear on all sides until browned, about 10-12 minutes total. Use tongs to turn the meat. Once browned, transfer it to a plate to rest.
  2. Slice the Onions: Using a food processor with a thin slicing attachment, cut the onions in half and peel off the skins. Pass the onions through the processor to create thin slices.
  3. Cook the Onions: Add the remaining olive oil to the Dutch oven. Add all the sliced onions and toss in the hot oil. Season with the remaining salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until onions are translucent and limp, about 5 minutes. Allow any released liquid to evaporate.
  4. Caramelize the Onions: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook the onions, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes until they soften and turn a light golden color. Scrape the bottom often to prevent burning.
  5. Add Garlic and Sweetener: Add the chopped garlic and maple syrup. Cook for another 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently as the garlic softens and the onions caramelize further.
  6. Thicken and Deglaze: Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to coat. Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping the bottom to lift any browned bits. Then add the beef stock and stir to combine.
  7. Braise the Pot Roast: Return the seared pot roast to the Dutch oven, ensuring the liquid covers the roast. Add the rosemary sprig and bay leaf. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  8. Oven Cook: Clamp the lid on the Dutch oven and transfer it to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Cook undisturbed for 3 hours.
  9. Turn and Pull Roast: Remove the pot from the oven carefully. Turn the roast over in the juices and pull it apart into a few pieces with two forks. Cover and return to the oven to cook an additional 30-45 minutes until the meat is meltingly tender.
  10. Cool and Reheat: Remove the pot roast from the oven and uncover to cool. For best flavor, refrigerate the roast in the pot overnight and reheat before serving to allow flavors to deepen.
  11. Serve: Serve the French Onion Pot Roast hot alongside mashed potatoes, polenta, or buttered egg noodles for a classic comfort meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute brown sugar for maple syrup if preferred.
  • Red wine can be replaced with additional beef stock if avoiding alcohol.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
  • Allowing the roast to rest and refrigerate overnight enhances the flavor development.
  • Scraping the bottom of the pot often during onion cooking prevents burning and enhances flavor.
  • Use a heavy-duty Dutch oven for even heat distribution and best results.

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Keywords: French onion pot roast, braised pot roast, comfort food, caramelized onion beef, beef pot roast recipe

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