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April 29, 2025
Traditional, fall-apart-tender pot roast is easy to make in your home oven. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.
12 Ingredients
Recipe
Classic Pot Roast
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 275°F.
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Cut the onion into 1-inch thick wedges. Chop the carrots into 1-inch pieces. Remove the garlic cloves from their skins and smash with the back of a knife.
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Set a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over high heat and add olive oil.
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Pat the beef dry with paper towels, transfer to a large plate, and coat on all sides with salt and black pepper.
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Place the beef in the pot. Sear without moving until browned, 2 minutes. Flip the beef and sear an additional 2 minutes on the opposite side.
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Remove the beef from the pot and transfer to a large plate.
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Turn the heat down to medium-high. If the pot seems too dry, add the additiononal olive oil. Place the onions, carrots, and garlic in the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes.
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Slowly pour the red wine into the pot, gently scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Return the pot roast to the pot and add the thyme and rosemary. Pour the beef broth over the meat.
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Cover the pot and remove from the heat.
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Roast on middle rack of oven until the meat is extremely tender and easily shredded with a fork, 3 1/2-4 hours.
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Check to see that pot roast is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Transfer the pot roast to a large serving dish. Shred the meat with two forks. Use a slotted spoon to remove the carrots from the pot, and arrange over the pot roast. Serve immediately.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Fat Cap Searing Technique 🔥Begin by searing the fat cap side of the chuck roast first to render out excess fat and create a rich, caramelized exterior that locks in flavor.
- Wine Selection Secret 🍷Choose a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot that complements the beef's richness and adds depth to the braising liquid.
- Vegetable Layer Strategy 🥕Create a bed of carrots and onions underneath the roast to elevate the meat and prevent burning while infusing additional flavor into the dish.
- Low and Slow Mastery 🕰️Cook the pot roast at a consistent 325°F for 3-4 hours, allowing the collagen in the chuck roast to break down completely for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
- Moisture Preservation Trick 💧Cover the roasting pan tightly with a double layer of aluminum foil to trap steam and prevent the meat from drying out during the long cooking process.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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