Hearty Homestead Beef Pot Roast with Carrots, Potatoes and Gravy - Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
Classic Beef Pot Roast with Carrots, Potatos and Gravy - Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
6
20 minutes
300 minutes
450
American
This classic beef pot roast is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender beef, hearty carrots, and creamy potatoes all simmered in rich gravy. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, it's easy to prepare and delivers a delicious, satisfying meal. The low and slow cooking method ensures maximum flavor and tenderness, making this a centerpiece dish that everyone will love. With a blend of savory ingredients, this pot roast is sure to become a regular in your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium potatoes, quartered
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening gravy)
2 tablespoons of flat leaf parsley for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper. In a large oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the roast and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened. Stir in the beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the roast to the pot, adding the carrots and potatoes around it. Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- Cook for 4 to 5 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork. If desired, make a gravy by thickening the pot juices with cornstarch mixed with water.
- Serve warm and enjoy the hearty flavors!