French Pot Roast Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the roast

   Season the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper on all sides.

2. 2

   Brown the roast

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Sauté the vegetables

   Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

4. 4

   Deglaze the pot

   Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes.

5. 5

   Combine ingredients

   Return the roast to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and additional salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Braise the roast

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 3-4 hours or until the roast is tender.

7. 7

   Prepare mashed potatoes

   While the roast is cooking, prepare mashed potatoes separately. Boil peeled potatoes until tender, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.

8. 8

   Serve

   Once the roast is done, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice and serve over a bed of mashed potatoes with the vegetables and sauce.