Easy One-Pot Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze
Tender, fall-apart beef chuck roast slow-braised in a savory balsamic reduction with fresh cranberries and aromatic herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
3 lbs beef chuck roast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 yellow onions, quartered
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup fresh cranberries
3 tbsp dark brown sugar
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 lb carrots, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 275°F.
2. Season beef and sear in olive oil until browned.
3. Remove beef; sauté onions, garlic, and tomato paste.
4. Deglaze with broth and balsamic vinegar.
5. Add sugar, herbs, carrots, half the cranberries, and beef.
6. Cover and braise in oven for 3.5 to 4 hours.
7. Add remaining cranberries in the last 30 minutes.
8. Rest 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a Dutch oven for best heat retention.
Substitute maple syrup for brown sugar if desired.
Thicken sauce on stovetop if a heavier glaze is preferred.