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Tender Dutch Oven Pot Roast Recipe with Rich Gravy Easy and Perfect for Dinner

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A tender, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast cooked low and slow in a Dutch oven, served with rich, naturally thickened gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast (well-marbled)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup red wine (optional, dry red like Cabernet Sauvignon)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Preheat the Dutch oven on the stove over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in the Dutch oven until shimmering but not smoking. Add the roast and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Use tongs to turn carefully.
  4. Remove the roast and set aside. Add sliced onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
  5. Add minced garlic and tomato paste to the vegetables, stirring for 1 minute until the paste darkens slightly.
  6. Pour in 2 cups beef broth and 1 cup red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits.
  7. Return the roast to the pot, nestling it among the vegetables. Add fresh thyme, rosemary sprigs, and bay leaf.
  8. Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for 3 to 3.5 hours, turning the roast once halfway through, until the meat is fork-tender.
  9. Remove the roast and vegetables to a serving platter and tent with foil to keep warm.
  10. For the gravy: Place the Dutch oven back on the stove over medium heat. Skim off excess fat if needed. Whisk 2 tablespoons flour with ¼ cup cold water until smooth, then stir into the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Searing the meat is essential for flavor and texture. Avoid lifting the lid too often during cooking to retain moisture. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of about 190°F for tender meat. For gluten-free gravy, substitute flour with cornstarch. Red wine is optional and can be replaced with extra beef broth and a splash of balsamic vinegar.

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Keywords: pot roast, Dutch oven, beef chuck roast, comfort food, slow cooked, rich gravy, easy dinner, cozy meal

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