Classic roast with vegetables

★Ingredients

For the Roast:

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 (4 to 5 pounds) beef roast (such as chuck or round)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 large onion, chopped

1 cup beef broth

1 cup red wine (optional)

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

2 sprigs fresh thyme

For the Vegetables:

4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

2 stalks celery, cut into chunks

4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

1 cup mushrooms, halved

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

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★Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

1. Season the Roast:

• Generously season the beef roast with salt and black pepper.

1. Sear the Roast:

• In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
• Add the roast and sear it on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove the roast and set it aside.

1. Sauté Aromatics:

• In the same pot, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion is translucent.

1. Add Liquid and Herbs:

• Pour in the beef broth, red wine (if using), and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
• Return the roast to the pot and add the rosemary and thyme sprigs on top.

1. Roast in the Oven:

• Cover the pot with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Roast for about 2 to 2 ½ hours, or until the meat is tender.

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

• About 1 hour before the roast is done, toss the carrots, potatoes, celery, and mushrooms with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
• Arrange the vegetables around the roast in the pot or on a baking sheet.

1. Continue Roasting:

• Return the pot (or baking sheet) to the oven and roast for another 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the roast is fully cooked.

1. Rest the Meat:

• Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

1. Serve:
   • Slice the roast and serve it with the roasted vegetables. Spoon some of the pan juices over the top for extra flavor.

Enjoy!