Italian Pot Roast – Fall-Apart Tender for Dinner Delight!
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A delicious Italian pot roast that is fall-apart tender, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef 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 the beef broth, red wine, diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, oregano, and basil to the pot.
- Return the roast to the pot, cover, and place in the oven.
- Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the roast overnight with herbs and spices.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- This dish can be made in a slow cooker on low for 8 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg