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Homemade Beef Roast

A cozy and comforting beef roast perfect for family gatherings or a delightful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 to 4 pounds beef roast (chuck or brisket) Choose a cut with good marbling for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Plus extra for searing.
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine Or more beef broth if preferred.
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 onion quartered
  • to taste fresh herbs (like rosemary and thyme) For an aromatic finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Rub the beef roast generously with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. In a heavy-duty oven-safe pot, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the seared roast to a plate.
  5. In the same pot, sauté the chopped carrots, celery, and quartered onion for about 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the red wine (or additional beef broth) to deglaze the pot, scraping up the brown bits. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  7. Return the roast to the pot, add the beef broth and fresh herbs, cover, and place in the oven.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the oven for about 3 hours, checking for doneness.
  2. If not fork-tender, give it an extra 30 minutes.
  3. Once done, slice against the grain or serve shredded with the pan sauce.

Notes

Choose the right cut for juiciness. If you prefer, you can substitute wine with additional beef broth. Don't worry about a lumpy sauce; just stir well.