Savory Chuck Roast Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
🥘 Recipe Yield: 3-4 pound roast
Description:
Indulge in the savory goodness of this chuck roast recipe, guaranteed to turn out perfect every time! Marinated overnight for maximum flavor infusion, this dish is a delectable option for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tomato sauce | 2 cups |
| Beef broth | 1/2 cup |
| Onion | 1 |
| Cider vinegar | 3 – 4 tablespoons |
| Ketchup | 3/4 cup |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Prepared mustard | 1/4 cup |
| Paprika | 1 tablespoon |
| Minced fresh garlic cloves | 3 |
Instructions:
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Marinate the Roast:
- Combine tomato sauce, beef broth, and chopped onion in a shallow dish.
- Optionally, add fresh minced garlic to the marinade for an extra kick.
- Place the chuck roast in the dish, ensuring it’s fully covered by the marinade.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
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Preparation:
- Remove the marinated roast from the refrigerator and let it sit for a few minutes to come to room temperature.
- Reserve the marinade for later use.
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Preheat and Brown:
- Preheat your Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated chuck roast.
- Brown the roast on all sides to seal in the juices and enhance the flavor.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the reserved marinade with cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, paprika, and minced garlic.
- Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the browned chuck roast back to the Dutch oven.
- Pour the combined sauce mixture over the roast, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Cover the Dutch oven with its lid.
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Cooking:
- Place the covered Dutch oven in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 2½ to 3 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender and succulent.
- Throughout the cooking process, check periodically and baste the roast with the sauce to keep it moist and flavorful.
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Finishing Touches:
- Once the roast is cooked to perfection, carefully remove it from the oven.
- Use a spoon to skim off any excess fat from the surface of the sauce.
- Serve the savory chuck roast hot, accompanied by the luscious sauce.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1384.7
- Fat Content: 103.2g
- Saturated Fat: 37.8g
- Cholesterol: 313.1mg
- Sodium: 1499.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.2g
- Fiber: 3.3g
- Sugar: 13.6g
- Protein: 86.9g
Enjoy the tantalizing aroma and rich flavors of this savory chuck roast, a culinary masterpiece that’s sure to delight your taste buds and impress your dinner guests!
