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french roast recipe

French Roast Recipe

The Crispy Chef
A heartwarming and flavorful French roast recipe made with tender beef chuck roast, caramelized onions, and rich seasonings. This dish is perfect for cold months, slow-cooked to perfection, and offers a comforting, savory meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 6
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven
  • Skillet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 pounds Yellow Onions (6-7 medium onions), sliced thinly
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme leaves
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Vermouth Sherry, or Brandy
  • 1/4 cup Dry White Wine or Lillet Blanc
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • Pinch of Celery Seeds
  • 2-3 lb Beef Chuck Roast
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for searing
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for searing
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Beef Bouillon optional
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Herbs optional
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch optional, for thickening gravy

Instructions
 

Prepare the Beef:

  • Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.

Sear the Roast:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat, adding butter and oil. Once sizzling, sear the beef on all sides (2-3 minutes per side) until a golden-brown crust forms. Remove and set aside.

Caramelize the Onions:

  • In the same skillet, add onions, garlic, and fresh thyme. Cook over medium heat until the onions are soft and golden, about 10 minutes.

Prepare the Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven:

  • If using a slow cooker, place the beef roast in the cooker and top with caramelized onions, garlic, bay leaf, and seasonings. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, sweet vermouth, and dry white wine. If using a Dutch oven, follow the same steps, and bake at 275°F for 1.5-3 hours.

Slow Cook:

  • In the slow cooker, cook on low for 6-8 hours until the beef is fork-tender. If using a Dutch oven, check for tenderness at the 1.5-hour mark and cook as needed.

Make Gravy (Optional):

  • If you want gravy, strain the liquids and return them to the skillet. Stir in cornstarch and simmer to thicken.

Serve:

  • Shred the beef with forks, serve with the caramelized onions and gravy. Pair with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 45gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg
Keyword beef recipes, chuck roast, comforting meal, French Onion Soup Rice, French roast, ground beef,
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