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French Onion Pot Roast

French Onion Pot Roast – Cozy Comfort Food in Your Slow Cooker

Discover the ultimate comfort dish with this French Onion Pot Roast, a savory delight made effortless in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 2 lb Chuck Roast Ensures optimal tenderness.
  • 1 large Red or Yellow Onion About 2 cups thinly sliced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
For the Savory Sauce
  • 1 cup White Wine Vinegar Adds acidity to balance flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce For depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Canned or homemade.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Low-sodium recommended.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or 1/4 tsp dried thyme.
For Garnish and Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or All-Purpose Flour To thicken gravy.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together tomato sauce, beef broth, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and white wine vinegar.
  2. Season the Roast: Trim fat and season both sides of the roast with salt and black pepper.
  3. Layer the Onions: Spread half of the sliced onions in the slow cooker and pour half of the sauce mixture over them.
  4. Arrange the Roast and Remaining Onions: Place the roast on top and add remaining onions and sauce.
  5. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Thicken the Gravy: Whisk cornstarch or flour into the remaining sauce until thickened.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pot roast and serve over mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months, reheating gently.

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