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Basic Beef Chuck Pot Roast

Basic Beef Chuck Pot Roast is all about deep, comforting flavors: tender beef braised until fork-soft with onions, carrots, and celery, finished with a hint of rosemary. The butter and pan juices meld into a rich, beefy gravy that coats every bite. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or a relaxed Sunday meal.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook3 hrs 15 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Basic Beef Chuck Pot Roast
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Sear in the hot oil until browned on both sides; transfer to a plate.

  4. 4

    Add the carrots, celery, and onion to the pot. Cook and stir until the vegetables begin to release their juices, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, about 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the butter and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle in the rosemary; return the roast to the pot and cover.

  7. 7

    Roast in the preheated oven until the chuck roast is tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

  8. 8

    Season the vegetables with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.