Description
This Tuscan-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Roast recipe brings the heart of Italy to your dining table with its rich flavors and tender, juicy beef. Perfect for a cozy meal or a special occasion, this dish is simple to prepare and a delight to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 5 pounds chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)
- Seasonal vegetables (carrots, potatoes, etc.) for cooking alongside the roast (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the beef roast dry with paper towels.
- Generously season the roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the roast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Remove the roast from the skillet. Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- In a slow cooker, combine the sautéed onion and garlic with diced tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
- Return the seared roast to the slow cooker, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid. Add seasonal vegetables around the roast if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the roast and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Optionally, thicken the sauce by simmering it on the stovetop.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh herbs when possible.
- Allow the roast to rest after cooking to retain juices.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference during cooking.
- Consider using a bone-in chuck roast for added richness.
- Experiment with different seasonal vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: N/A