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Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast

Savory Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast for Cozy Dinners

Experience comfort with this Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast, featuring tender beef and rich flavors—perfect for relaxed family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds chuck roast Select cuts with good marbling for tenderness
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with vegetable oil if needed
  • 2 cups beef broth Homemade or low-sodium recommended
For the Aromatics
  • 2 medium onions Yellow or sweet onions work best
  • 3 medium carrots Can swap with parsnips if desired
  • 4 cloves garlic Fresh cloves are preferred
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 1 cup red wine Chianti or Sangiovese, substitute with broth for non-alcoholic
  • 3 sprigs fresh herbs Rosemary, thyme, sage
  • to taste salt Season generously
  • to taste pepper Adjust to personal taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the beef for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. Sauté diced onions, chopped carrots, and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Deglaze with red wine, scraping up browned bits for about 2 minutes.
  5. Return seared beef to the pot, add beef broth and tuck in fresh herbs.
  6. Cover and braise in a preheated oven at 285°F for 2.5 to 3 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Let the beef rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with the rich sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 55gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Quality marbled chuck roast is essential for tenderness and flavor. Ensure to watch liquid levels while braising.

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