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Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze for Cozy Dinners

A rich and tender beef roast with a sweet tang of cranberry balsamic glaze, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Roast
  • 1 piece Beef Chuck Roast Can swap with brisket or bottom round roast
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt Enhances natural flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the beef
For the Aromatics
  • 1 large Yellow Onion, chopped Adds sweetness and fragrance
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Imparts robust flavor
For the Braising Liquid
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Rich base for braising
  • 0.5 cup Balsamic Vinegar Infuses tanginess
  • 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances acidity
For the Glaze and Seasoning
  • 1.5 cups Whole Cranberries Fresh or frozen
  • 4-5 sprigs Fresh Thyme Adds herby aroma
  • 4 pieces Carrots, peeled and halved Optional, adds earthiness

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides.
  3. Remove the beef and sauté chopped onion until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Stir in beef broth and brown sugar; return the beef to the pot.
  7. Add cranberries and thyme around the beef; include carrots if using.
  8. Cover and braise in the oven at 325°F for 3 to 3.5 hours until tender.
  9. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Skim fat from the sauce and simmer if desired for thickness.
  11. Serve the sliced beef with glaze drizzled over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be made a day in advance for better flavor melding. Perfect for cozy gatherings!

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