Tuscan-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Roast Recipe: Perfect for Cozy Dinners
Looking for a comforting, flavorful meal? This Tuscan-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Roast is a must-try! With tender beef chuck roast and a medley of Italian-inspired flavors, this dish is ideal for family dinners, Sunday roasts, or meal prepping. Simply prepare, let it cook, and enjoy a rich, hearty meal.
Ingredients:
3 lb beef chuck roast
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 cup celery, sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried basil
½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
Instructions:
1. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roast on all sides until browned, locking in the flavor.
3. Transfer the roast to a slow cooker. Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes, beef broth, rosemary, thyme, and basil for a burst of Tuscan flavor.
4. Cover and slow cook on low for 8 hours until the beef is tender and can be shredded with a fork.
5. For an extra touch, stir in kalamata olives during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Tuscan beef roast over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that soaks up every bit of the rich sauce.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 6
For those cozy evenings, this Italian-style slow-cooked beef roast is the perfect comfort food that’s both easy to make and packed with savory flavors.