Savory French Onion Pot Roast: Comfort Food Made Simple

This French Onion Pot Roast combines tender chuck roast and caramelized onions in a rich gravy, perfect for cozy gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 4

Resting Time 15

Total Time 4 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Roast

3 lbs Boneless Chuck Roast Substitute with bottom round or arm roast if needed.
to taste Fine Sea Salt Generously season the roast.
to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Add depth before cooking.

For Caramelization

2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For searing and caramelizing.
3 lbs Yellow Onions Sliced into 1/4-inch rings.
4 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves for aroma.
2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Assists in caramelization.

For Flavor Development

2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Helps thicken the sauce.
1 cup Red Wine Dry red wine adds depth.
4 cups Beef Stock Use low-sodium stock.
1 Bay Leaf Enhances flavor.
1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Enhances flavor.

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the roast until golden-brown.
Remove roast and caramelize sliced onions with salt and pepper.
Add garlic and maple syrup, then flour, and deglaze with wine.
Return roast to pot, add stock, bay leaf, and rosemary; cover and bake.
Let the pot roast rest in the sauce before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or buttery noodles for the best experience.

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