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Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

A comforting dinner of fork-tender beef with a tangy, sweet cranberry balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2–3 pounds beef roast (chuck or brisket)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free, if needed)
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free, if needed)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef roast on all sides until browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • Add onions to the pot and sauté 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute.
  • Pour in beef broth, cranberry sauce, soy sauce, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well, scraping up any brown bits.
  • Return beef to the pot. Add cranberries and carrots. Cover and place in the oven for 3 to 3.5 hours, basting occasionally.
  • Remove roast and vegetables. Simmer remaining liquid on the stove for 10 minutes to reduce.
  • Optional: Mix cornstarch with water and whisk into the sauce to thicken. Simmer until glossy.
  • Slice beef and serve with carrots, glaze, and extra cranberries on top.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, ensure the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce are gluten-free.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg
Keyword beef roast, comfort food, cozy dinner, Cranberry Balsamic, easy recipe, Slow-Braised
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