Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables
Tender beef slowly braised in a savory broth accompanied by caramelized root vegetables for a comforting meal. This general-inspired beef ready in about 180 minutes pairs pounds beef chuck roast, large, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 3 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnips
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season 2 pounds beef chuck roast with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, then sear on all sides for 3-4 minutes until deeply browned. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sauté 1 large diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor.
- Step 3: Pour in 3 cups beef broth and 1/2 cup red wine, scraping the browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Return the beef to the pot, add 3 fresh thyme sprigs, and bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: Cover the pot with a lid and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2 1/2 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Step 5: Meanwhile, toss 3 medium peeled and chopped carrots and 2 medium peeled and chopped parsnips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in the oven at 325°F for 40 minutes until caramelized and tender.
- Step 6: Remove beef and vegetables from the oven. Slice or shred the beef and serve alongside the roasted root vegetables with pan juices spooned over.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 180 minutes (20 min prep + 160 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds beef chuck roast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Braised Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables?
General beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
