My Favorite Pot Roast

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3-4 pound beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (12-ounce) bottle of amber beer
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can beef broth
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

4-5 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy to moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Season the roast liberally with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
4. Brown the roast on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
5. Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and set aside.
6. Add the onions, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
8. Add the beer, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf to the Dutch oven.
9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
10. Return the roast to the Dutch oven and add any accumulated juices.
11. Cover and transfer to the oven.
12. Roast for 4-5 hours, or until the meat is very tender when pierced with a fork.
13. Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and let rest for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 650mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Tender and juicy meat
• Aromatic with herbs and roasted vegetables
• Perfect for a comforting and hearty meal

User Comments:

• "This pot roast was absolutely delicious! The meat was so tender and the sauce was perfect."
• "I loved the addition of beer to the sauce. It gave it a really unique flavor."
• "This is my go-to recipe for pot roast. It's always a hit with my family and friends."
• "The leftovers are just as good as the first day, if not better."
• "This is a great recipe for a special occasion or a casual family meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to brown the roast well before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help develop flavor and color.
• If you don't have amber beer, you can substitute another type of beer or use beef broth instead.
• You can also add other vegetables to the pot roast, such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, or parsnips.
• Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crusty bread.