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Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Tender Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze Delight

This Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze is a perfect cozy dinner, bringing comfort and warmth to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef chuck roast The star of this dish, tender and well-marbled for best slow-cooked flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Essential for enhancing the overall taste; adjust to your preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Choose freshly ground for robust seasoning.
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Perfect for achieving a beautiful brown crust.
For the Glaze
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Sweetens as it cooks.
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves Adds depth; fresh garlic maximizes flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar Infuses tangy sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Balances the acidity in the glaze.
  • 2 cups Whole cranberries (fresh or frozen) Vital for the glaze, providing signature tart sweetness.
  • 4 sprigs Fresh thyme Delivers aromatic notes.
For Extra Flavor
  • 2 cups Beef broth Enhances moisture and richness.
  • 2 medium Carrots Optional for added texture and sweetness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the beef roast on all sides until browned.
  3. Remove the roast and sauté onion until soft, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits.
  5. Stir in beef broth and brown sugar, return the roast to the pot.
  6. Add cranberries and thyme around the roast.
  7. Cover and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  8. Remove the roast, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Simmer the sauce to thicken if necessary and serve with the glaze.
  10. Slice or shred the beef roast and serve topped with the glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze harmonizes flavors that will surely warm your heart and impress your guests.

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