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Comforting French Onion Pot Roast

This Comforting French Onion Pot Roast is slow-cooked to perfection with caramelized onions and rich beefy flavor inspired by classic French onion soup. Tender, cozy, and perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 3 hoursTotal Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6Course: DinnerCuisine: American / French-InspiredDifficulty: Easy

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pot Roast
  • 3 –4 lb beef chuck roast
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • French Onion Base
  • 4 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Optional Thickener
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water

Method
 

  1. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onions and cook slowly until caramelized and golden, about 25–30 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Add thyme and bay leaf, then return the roast to the pot.
  7. Cover and cook in a preheated 325°F (165°C) oven for 3 hours, or until fork-tender.
  8. Remove the roast and let rest. If desired, thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry.
  9. Slice or shred beef and serve with onions and sauce.