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Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze for Cozy Dinners

Savory slow-braised beef roast glazed with cranberry balsamic sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Base
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium options recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be a unique twist.
  • 1 cup Whole Cranberries Frozen can be substituted.
For Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
Optional Additions
  • 2 cups Carrots Other root veggies can be swapped.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the beef on all sides until golden brown.
  3. Sauté the chopped yellow onion until softened, then add minced garlic.
  4. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar and scrape the bottom, then add beef broth and brown sugar.
  5. Return the beef to the pot, add cranberries and thyme, and optionally carrots.
  6. Cover and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 3-3.5 hours.
  7. Let the beef rest for 10 minutes, then skim fat from the sauce and reduce if desired.
  8. Slice the beef and serve with the cranberry balsamic glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and do not rush the braising process.

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