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A delicious Italian pot roast dish served with creamy Gorgonzola polenta, perfect for a comforting meal.
- 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
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup polenta
- 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roast on all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Return the roast to the pot, cover, and transfer to the oven. Cook for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.
- While the roast is cooking, prepare the Gorgonzola polenta according to package instructions.
- Stir in Gorgonzola cheese and butter into the cooked polenta until creamy.
- Once the roast is done, shred the meat and serve it over the Gorgonzola polenta. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a full-bodied red wine.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg