Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze
If you’re searching for a dish that combines warmth and sophistication, our Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze is the perfect choice. This recipe features a tender chuck roast simmered to perfection, enveloped in a rich cranberry balsamic glaze that adds a delightful tangy sweetness. Ideal for family dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare yet looks impressive on any table. With its comforting flavors and simple ingredients, you’ll be sure to leave your guests smiling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 210 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- 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 Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, then remove it from the pot.
- Sauté chopped onions until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in beef broth and brown sugar. Return the seared roast to the pot.
- Add whole cranberries and fresh thyme around the roast.
- Cover and transfer to the oven for about 3 to 3.5 hours or until fork-tender.
- Let it rest before slicing and serve with glaze spooned over top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg