Craving the ultimate comfort food? This tender, flavorful pot roast paired with creamy mashed potatoes is the perfect meal to warm your heart and satisfy your soul.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pot Roast Over Buttery Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
For the Pot Roast:
3 lbs chuck roast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
3 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes | Kcal: ~600 per serving | Servings: 6
Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Generously season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
Step 2: In a large, oven-safe Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Add onion and garlic to the same pot, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 4: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add rosemary or thyme and bay leaves. Return the roast to the pot, cover tightly, and place in the oven. Braise for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
Step 5: While the roast cooks, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain well, then mash with butter and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6: Remove the roast from the oven and shred it with a fork. Discard the herbs and bay leaves. Spoon the rich pot juices over the shredded meat to keep it moist and flavorful.
Step 7: Serve the pot roast over a generous helping of mashed potatoes, drizzling extra juices on top for added richness.
This dish is the perfect balance of tender, savory meat and buttery, creamy potatoes. Whether it’s for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering, it’s sure to become a favorite on your table.