Description
Enjoy this delicious Stracotto, an Italian-style pot roast, that’s perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the pot until browned on all sides.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot, sauté for a few minutes.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
- Add the beef broth, rosemary, and thyme; bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, cooking for about 3-4 hours or until the meat is tender.
- Remove the meat, slice, and serve with the vegetables and sauce.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, marinate the beef overnight.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Stracotto, Italian pot roast, beef, slow-cooked