Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze
Looking for a standout dish that adds warmth and joy to your table? The Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze is an excellent choice. This comforting recipe features tender beef infused with the tartness of cranberries and the richness of balsamic glaze, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. With effortless preparation, you can simply set it in the oven and enjoy quality time with loved ones while it cooks. Plus, the leftovers are fantastic for sandwiches or next-day meals!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 210 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups whole cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Pat the beef roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear the roast on all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and sauté chopped onions until softened; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze with balsamic vinegar, scraping up browned bits from the pot.
- Stir in beef broth and brown sugar; return the roast to the pot.
- Add cranberries and thyme around the roast; cover and transfer to the oven.
- Slow-braise for about 3 to 3.5 hours until fork-tender.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding; skim excess fat from the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg