BALSAMIC-BRAISED POT ROAST

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Categories     Beef

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup dark balsamic vinegar
1 tbl. sugar
1 tbl. olive oil
about 2 1/4 lbs. pot roast
1 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1 tsp. ground black pepper, divided
2 medium red onions, halved, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tbl. finely chopped garlic
1 can (14 1/2 oz) peeled and diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup dark raisins
4 strips lemon zest, each about 1/2 by 2 inches
1 can (14 oz.) beef broth
1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
1 cup orzo pasta or egg noodles

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325. Stir together the wine, vinegar and sugar; set aside. 2. Heat olive oil in heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Dry meat with paper towels. Sprinkle with about 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper. Place in the pot and brown well, about 8 minutes per side. Remove from pan. 3. Turn heat to medium-low. Put the onions into the pan and salute until translucent and golden, about 10 minutes. Add garlic; sauce 1 minute. Stir in the wine mixture. Bring to a boil and continue cooking at a low boil 3 minutes. Stir in the undrained tomatoes, raisins, strips of lemon zest and beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer 5 minutes. Put the pot roast back into the pan. bring the liquid back to a simmer, cover and place on center oven rack of preheated oven. Cook 1 hour. Turn the meat, recover and continue cooking about 1 1/2 hours longer, or until the meat is very tender, offering little resistance when pierced with a fork. 4. While the meat is cooking, put the olives, parsley and grated lemon zest on cutting board and chop together finely. Refrigerate until ready to use. 5. Remove the roast from the oven. Transfer meat to a cutting board and cover with a piece of alum. foil. Degrease the cooking juices. Puree about 1 1/2 cups and pour back into the remaining juices. Add more salt and pepper if needed. Cut the meat across the grain in thin slices. Put into the sauce. Keep warm on low heat. 6. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain well. Pour into a large serving bowl. Toss with the olive mixture and some of the sauce. Spoon onto serving plates along with the meat. Serve extra sauce to the side.

Luis Fernando
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I highly recommend this pot roast recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.


Kea Kea
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This pot roast is a classic comfort food that is sure to please everyone at your table.


Prudence Amani
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This pot roast is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the tender meat and the flavorful sauce.


Devan Whitfield
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I love to serve this pot roast with a side of crusty bread. The bread is perfect for soaking up the delicious sauce.


Gulfam Jutt
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This pot roast is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week.


POLYNE KADARA
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I love to experiment with different herbs and spices in this pot roast. I've used rosemary, thyme, and oregano with great results.


IGAN DEV
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This pot roast is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add carrots, celery, and onions to the pot roast.


Aubrey Syer
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This pot roast is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love to serve it at parties and potlucks.


Sajib Monshi
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I've made this pot roast several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Numan Awan
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This pot roast is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I love to serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


Huzaifa Aqeel
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I made this pot roast in my slow cooker and it was perfect. The meat was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a great meal.


vivian porter
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I'm a single guy and I don't cook much, but this recipe was easy to follow and the pot roast turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md papirul Islam
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This pot roast is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover steak and I used it to make this dish. It turned out great.


2700 I HUlk gaming
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I made this pot roast for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I highly recommend this recipe.


Carolyn Jackson
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This is the best pot roast recipe I've ever tried. The meat is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is amazing. I served it over egg noodles and it was a perfect meal.


Sani Bhitrikoti
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I'm not a big fan of pot roast, but this recipe changed my mind. The balsamic vinegar and herbs give the meat a really nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


shania major
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This pot roast is so easy to make and it tastes like it's been cooking all day. The meat is so tender and the sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Brian
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. The balsamic vinegar gives the pot roast a lovely tangy flavor. I like to serve it with roasted vegetables.


Parvjul Islam
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This pot roast recipe is a keeper! The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.