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Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast

Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast

Savor the comfort of Traditional Stracotto Italian Pot Roast, a cozy family favorite that brings people together.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 lbs Beef Chuck Roast Choose one with good marbling for optimal tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with vegetable oil if preferred.
  • 2 medium Onions Shallots work well as a substitute.
  • 3 medium Carrots Feel free to use parsnips for a new twist.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Enhances the dish with aromatic flavors.
  • 1.5 cups Red Wine (Chianti or Sangiovese) Beef broth is a great non-alcoholic alternative.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Homemade is always best but don’t shy away from store-bought.
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme, Sage) Use dried herbs but reduce the quantity by one-third.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to suit your palate.
Optional Thickening for Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or Flour Use to thicken your sauce to the desired consistency.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, then sear each side of the beef for about 2-3 minutes until golden-brown.
  3. Add chopped onions, sliced carrots, and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Pour in 1 to 1.5 cups of red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping any browned bits.
  5. Return the seared beef to the pot, add beef broth and fresh herbs, then cover and braise in a preheated oven at 285°F (140°C) for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  6. Let the beef rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serve with the savory sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use quality wine and check moisture levels while cooking. Enjoy with creamy polenta or crusty bread for a well-rounded meal.

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