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Classic Pot Roast

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Classic Pot Roast for Cozy Dinners

This Classic Pot Roast is a cozy dinner that combines tender beef with delicious flavors, making it a must-try comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast The best cut for pot roast.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for searing.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the natural flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Enhances the natural flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Rosemary Adds earthy fragrance.
  • 2 teaspoons Thyme Infuses herbal notes.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Provides subtle depth.
For the Base
  • 1 Onion Chopped, sweet and savory.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for aromatic kick.
For the Liquid
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Keeps meat moist.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Adds depth and acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Brings umami richness.
For the Veggies
  • 4 Carrots Chopped for sweetness.
  • 4 Potatoes Quartered for soaking up sauce.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Needed for cornstarch slurry.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Adds freshness before serving.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Generously season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Let it rest for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven. Sear the roast for 4–5 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Sauté onion for 4 minutes, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Deglaze the pot with beef broth and red wine, scraping browned bits. Stir in tomato paste.
  5. Return the roast to the pot and surround it with carrots, potatoes, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf.
  6. Simmer, cover, and braise for 3 to 4 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Transfer the roast and vegetables to a platter, discard the bay leaf, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then stir into the sauce to thicken.
  9. Slice the roast, serve with vegetables, drizzle sauce on top, and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; leftovers taste better the next day.

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