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Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze Bliss

Indulge in this Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze that offers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and rich flavors, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Roast Choose a well-marbled cut for maximum tenderness.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Opt for fresh or homemade for the best results.
  • ½ cup Balsamic Vinegar Can be substituted with red wine vinegar.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Stock Low-sodium options are advisable.
  • 2 teaspoons Herbs (e.g., thyme, rosemary) Fresh herbs are ideal.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • skillet
  • Wooden spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season your beef roast generously with salt and pepper. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef for about 4-5 minutes on each side until richly browned.
  2. Remove the beef from the pot. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of balsamic vinegar and deglaze the pot, scraping up flavorful bits.
  4. Stir in cranberry sauce and 1 cup of beef stock, then return the beef roast to the pot.
  5. Cover and braise on low heat for about 4 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the beef, increase heat to medium, and simmer the sauce uncovered for 10-15 minutes until thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Let the beef sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking for even results. Stir the sauce occasionally to avoid burning, and ensure beef reaches 145°F for medium-rare.

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