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Healthy Pot Roast

A delightful twist on classic pot roast, packed with nutritious ingredients and rich flavors that warm the soul.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2-3 lbs chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven or heavy pot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Meat thermometer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Place the roast in the pot and brown it on all sides for about 4-5 minutes each.
  3. Remove the roast and set it aside. In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until they soften, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, stirring for another minute.
  5. Add the beef broth along with thyme and rosemary.
  6. Place the roast back into the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the broth.
  7. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to a preheated oven at 300°F.
  8. Cook for about 3 hours, checking for a temperature of 190°F with a meat thermometer.
  9. Let the roast rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This pot roast is great for meal prep and offers delicious leftovers.