French Onion Pot Roast
This rich and comforting French Onion Pot Roast features tender beef and luscious caramelized onions, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 lb boneless chuck roast
- 0.5 tsp fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 lbs yellow onions, thinly sliced Consider using sweet onions for added sweetness.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar May affect carbohydrate count.
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- 1 cup red wine or beef stock For a richer flavor, use a higher-quality red wine.
- 2.5 cups beef stock Can substitute with vegetable stock or water, but this may affect the flavor.
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 1 leaf bay leaf
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chuck roast generously with fine sea salt and black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high until it shimmers.
- Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Remove it and set aside.
- Add sliced onions to the pot and sauté until they are golden brown and caramelized for about 10-12 minutes.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the maple syrup and flour, mixing well and cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Cooking
- Deglaze the pan with red wine, scraping up any browned bits, then return the roast to the pot.
- Pour in the beef stock, along with rosemary and bay leaf, ensuring the liquid rises halfway up the roast.
- Cover and let it simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours, flipping occasionally.
- Once tender, remove the roast, let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with the onion gravy.
Notes
Store leftover pot roast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For reheating, warm gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave, ensuring it's heated through completely. Do not leave leftovers out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.