Description
A hearty homestyle dish featuring tender beef slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce, creating a delightful blend of flavors perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt (plus more as needed)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Olive oil (for searing)
- 1 large yellow onion, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 stalks celery, cut into thick slices
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups red wine (cabernet sauvignon or pinot noir)
- 2 cups beef broth (plus more as needed)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thick slices
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, halved
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme and rosemary (for garnish)
- Chopped Italian parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Trim any excess fat from the chuck roast and season generously with Kosher salt and ground black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the chuck roast for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and celery to the pot, sauté for about 4 minutes, then add garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for a minute, then pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer, scraping the pot to release browned bits.
- Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, season with salt and pepper, and return seared beef to the pot. Add sprigs of thyme and rosemary.
- Cover and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Uncover, add carrots and mushrooms, cover again, and return to the oven for another 30 to 45 minutes.
- Remove beef, shred with forks, and return to pot to soak in juices. Serve garnished with parsley.
Notes
Opt for organic vegetables for enhanced flavor and nutrition. Allow ingredients to reach room temperature for better results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: braised beef, comfort food, red wine, hearty meal, family recipe, traditional dish
