Slow-Braised Beef Roast: A Tender Indulgence for Home Cooks
A slow-braised beef roast is perfect for home cooks who seek tender, flavorful meat that requires minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Season the beef roast with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned.
- Add garlic and onion, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the beef broth and add thyme, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- Braise for 3 to 4 hours or until the meat is fork-tender.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the beef roast overnight.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Slow-Braised Beef Roast, tender beef, home cooking