Description
Experience the comforting fusion of French onion soup and pot roast with this savory dish. Tender chuck roast, caramelized onions, and rich herbs come together to create a flavorful masterpiece that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 5 medium yellow onions (sliced)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove roast and set aside.
- Add sliced onions and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until golden brown (approximately 10 minutes).
- Deglaze with beef broth, scraping the bottom for flavor. Return roast to the pot along with bay leaves and thyme.
- Cover tightly and bake for about 3 hours until meat is tender.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle cheese on top, and return uncovered for about 10 minutes until melted.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg