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Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Savory Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

A Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze that delivers unforgettable flavor and comforting texture, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast Well-marbled cut for tenderness
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt Adjust for personal taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Tailor according to spice preference
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the roast
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped Provides a sweet undertone
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Infuses flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth Forms the rich base of the glaze
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar Introduces a sweet and tangy kick
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar Balances acidity with sweetness
  • 1.5 cups whole cranberries Fresh or frozen, no need to thaw
  • 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme Provides an aromatic touch
Optional Add-ins
  • carrots Adds sweetness; optional

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the roast until golden-brown.
  3. Remove the roast and sauté onions until soft.
  4. Add minced garlic, then pour in balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pot.
  5. Add beef broth and brown sugar, and return the roast to the pot.
  6. Scatter cranberries and thyme around the roast.
  7. Cover and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  8. Remove the roast, let it rest, and simmer the sauce to thicken if desired.
  9. Slice or shred and serve warm with glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Allow the roast to rest for maximum juiciness and flavor.

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