Marry Me Pot Roast
Marry Me Pot Roast is a heartwarming dish that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs. This simple yet impressive recipe transforms any meal into a special occasion, making it perfect for family dinners or romantic evenings. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, Marry Me Pot Roast is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for gravy)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until golden brown, about four minutes per side.
- Remove the roast from the pot; add chopped onions and carrots, sautéing until softened (about five minutes). Stir in minced garlic for the last minute.
- Return the roast to the pot, pour in beef broth, and add thyme and rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and transfer to the oven; slow-cook for about three hours until fork-tender.
- Remove from oven, let rest, thicken gravy with cornstarch slurry, slice meat against the grain, serve with gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Customize by adding potatoes or parsnips based on preference. For extra flavor depth, consider deglazing with red wine after searing the meat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.