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Braised Beef Roast

Irresistible Braised Beef Roast: Cozy Comfort for Dinner

This braised beef roast, featuring a tangy cranberry glaze, offers rich flavors and tender meat, making it perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 4 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Brisket or bottom round roast can also be used if chuck isn’t available.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the beef.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 large Onion Chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Adds moisture.
  • 0.5 cups Balsamic Vinegar Provides acidity.
  • 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances the flavors.
For the Glaze
  • 1.5 cups Fresh Cranberries Frozen can be used without thawing.
  • 4-5 sprigs Fresh Thyme Infuses herbal notes.
Optional Ingredients
  • 4 Carrots Peeled and halved, for extra sweetness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the roast by patting the beef chuck roast dry and seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the beef in a Dutch oven with olive oil until browned on all sides.
  3. Sauté chopped onion in the same pot until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Stir in beef broth and brown sugar; return the roast to the pot.
  7. Add cranberries and thyme around the beef; include carrots if using.
  8. Braise in a preheated oven at 325°F for 3 to 3.5 hours until fork-tender.
  9. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Skim fat from the sauce and simmer to thicken, if desired.
  11. Serve by slicing the roast and drizzling the glaze over it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

The longer you let the beef braise, the more tender and flavorful it becomes. Ideal for leftovers too!

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