Braised Beef Roast with Caramelized Onions

Braised Beef Roast with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients:

For the Beef Roast:

• 3-4 lb beef chuck roast
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large onions, sliced into rings
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Prepare the Beef Roast:
   • Season the beef roast generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
3. Sear the Beef Roast:
   • In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Sear the beef roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the roast from the pot and set aside.
4. Caramelize the Onions:
   • In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat until they start to caramelize, about 10-15 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
5. Deglaze the Pot:
   • Add the beef broth and red wine (if using) to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
   • Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
6. Braise the Beef Roast:
   • Return the beef roast to the pot, nestling it among the onions and liquid.
   • Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
   • Braise the beef roast for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
7. Serve:
   • Remove the pot from the oven and let the beef roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
   • Serve the sliced beef roast with the caramelized onions and sauce from the pot.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy your braised beef roast with caramelized onions!