Sunday Pot Roast Veggies (Printable)

Tender beef with a medley of roasted carrots, potatoes, and herbs for a satisfying meal.

# Ingredient list:

→ Beef

01 - 1 (3 to 4 lb) chuck roast
02 - 2 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Vegetables

05 - 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
06 - 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
07 - 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces
08 - 2 medium onions, quartered
09 - 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
10 - 2 celery stalks, cut into large pieces

→ Braising Liquid & Seasonings

11 - 2 cups beef broth (gluten-free if needed)
12 - 1 cup dry red wine (or additional beef broth)
13 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
14 - 2 tsp dried thyme
15 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
16 - 2 bay leaves

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F.
02 - Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the roast for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add onions, carrots, parsnips, potatoes, celery, and garlic to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavors.
06 - Pour in the dry red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
07 - Return the seared roast to the pot. Add beef broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaves, ensuring the liquid reaches halfway up the sides of the roast.
08 - Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven. Roast for 2.5 to 3 hours, turning the roast once halfway through, until the beef is fork-tender and vegetables are fully cooked.
09 - Remove bay leaves, let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing, and serve alongside the roasted vegetables and pan juices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines beef and vegetables in one dish for easy serving
  • Deep rich flavors develop from braising and roasting
02 -
  • Letting the roast rest after cooking helps retain juices for maximum tenderness
  • Substitute sweet potatoes or rutabaga for a twist on classic veggies
03 -
  • For a thicker sauce, after roasting simmer pan juices on the stove and whisk in a cornstarch slurry
  • Turn the roast halfway through cooking so all sides braise evenly
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