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Italian Pot Roast

Savory Italian Pot Roast: Cozy Comfort Food for Your Table

Discover the rich flavors of Italian Pot Roast, a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Well-marbled cut for tenderness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute
  • 3 Carrots Can substitute with parsnips
  • 2 Celery stalks Can omit if desired
  • 1 can Canned Tomatoes (Diced) Fresh tomatoes can substitute
  • 1 cup Red Wine Can substitute with beef broth
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Adjust for desired consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Can use fresh for vibrant flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Thyme Can use fresh for vibrant flavor
  • to taste Salt Adjust to preference
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to preference
For the Gorgonzola Polenta
  • 1 cup Gorgonzola Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 cup Polenta (Cornmeal) Instant polenta can be used for quicker prep
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can omit for vegan versions

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper and let it sit for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef roast for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  3. Remove the beef roast and sauté chopped onions, minced garlic, diced carrots, and chopped celery in the same pot for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in canned tomatoes, red wine, and beef broth, then return the beef to the pot and add oregano and thyme.
  5. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low, braising the roast for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Cook polenta according to package instructions, stirring frequently and then mix in butter and Gorgonzola until creamy.
  7. Serve the creamy polenta topped with slices of Italian pot roast, draining excess liquid if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Italian Pot Roast is perfect for make-ahead meals and is gluten-free. Allow to rest before slicing for better juices retention.

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