Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

introduction

This is a simple, warm meal. It uses a slow roast and sweet onions. You can make it on a weeknight or for a slow Sunday meal. Try a linked dish like French onion chicken orzo for a small side or another way to use onion soup mix.

why make this recipe

You make this recipe when you want meat that melts in your mouth. The onions give a rich, sweet taste. The stew-like broth keeps the meat moist. This dish feeds a crowd and keeps well. Try a fresh salad for a bright side like roasted beet salad.

how to make Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

Use a thick pan or Dutch oven. Brown the meat first to lock in flavor. Cook the onions until soft and sweet. Add broth and the dry soup mix for deep onion taste. Cover and roast low and slow. Check the meat at the end with a fork. If it pulls apart, it is ready. For a bright side, you can pair with a simple beet and sweet potato salad like beet sweet potato salad.

Ingredients :

• 3-4 pounds beef pot roast
• 2 large onions, sliced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef roast with salt and pepper, then sear it on all sides until browned.
3. Remove the roast and set it aside. In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Stir in the beef broth, onion soup mix, and Worcestershire sauce.
5. Return the roast to the pot, cover, and place it in the oven.
6. Roast for about 3-4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
   
   

how to serve Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

Slice or pull the meat and pour the onion broth over it. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or wide noodles. Add a green side or a warm roll. You can also serve with roasted roots like roasted beets and sweet potatoes for color and earth taste.

how to store Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

Cool the roast and broth to room temp. Put them in a sealed dish. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer keep, freeze in a tight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheat. Reheat on low heat so the meat stays moist.

tips to make Juicy French Onion Pot Roast

• Brown the roast well for best taste.
• Cook the onions slow until they turn sweet and brown.
• Use low oven heat and give time; slow cook makes tender meat.
• Check broth level and add a bit more beef stock if it dries.
• For a thyme smell, add fresh sprigs toward the end.
• Read more ideas in a simple roast guide like roasted beets and sweet potatoes guide to plan sides and veg.

variation (if any)

• Use a different dry soup mix like beef or mushroom for new taste.
• Add sliced carrots and potatoes to the pot for a one-pan meal.
• Make it in a slow cooker. Sear first, then put all in the slow cooker on low for 8 hours.

FAQs (minimum three FAQ)

Q: How do I know the roast is done?
A: The meat is done when a fork slides in and the meat pulls apart.

Q: Can I use young beef like a chuck roast?
A: Yes. Chuck roast or blade roast both work well for slow cook and stay juicy.

Q: Can I skip the onion soup mix?
A: Yes. Use extra salt, a bit more beef broth, and extra caramelized onions to keep the deep onion taste.

Q: Can I cook this on the stove top?
A: Yes. After sear and add broth, cover and simmer low for 3-4 hours until tender.

Q: Do I need to trim fat?
A: You can trim big fat pieces, but a little fat adds flavor and keeps the meat moist.

Conclusion

For more step by step notes and a similar spin, see French Onion Pot Roast – Cooking For My Soul. For a take on fall-apart tender roast with tips, read French Onion Pot Roast Recipe (Fall-Apart Tender!) | The Kitchn.