Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Pot Roast: Discover Flavorful Joy!
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A classic and hearty pot roast recipe that brings back the warmth of family gatherings and Sunday dinners.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it on all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Add carrots and potatoes, stirring for a few minutes.
- Return the roast to the pot, add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
- Cover and transfer to the oven, cooking for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.
- Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the roast overnight.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or parsnips.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg