Italian Pot Roast Slow-Cooked Italian Herb Pot Roast with Rich Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 3 to 4 lbs beef chuck roast Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups crushed tomatoes 1 cup beef broth 1/2 cup dry red wine (optional) 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried basil 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 bay leaves 3 large carrots, cut into chunks 3 celery stalks, cut into chunks Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine (if using), oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer. Return the roast to the pot, nestling it into the sauce. Add carrots and celery around the roast. Cover the pot and place it in the oven. Cook for 3 to 3½ hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours 30 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #italianpotroast #potroast #slowcookedbeef #comfortfood #italianrecipes #beefroast #homemadefood #slowcooking #heartymeals #dinnerideas #familymeals #rusticcooking #beefrecipes #soulfood #italianflavors #easyrecipes #onepotmeals #comfortmeals #weeknightdinner #foodie Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this Italian Pot Roast slow-cooked to tender perfection in a fragrant tomato and herb sauce. A perfect family dinner! 🍖🍅🌿

Marsala Wine Beef Stew Rich and Savory Marsala Wine Braised Beef Stew Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1½-inch cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 cup Marsala wine 3 cups beef broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme) 2 bay leaves 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, about 4-5 minutes per batch, then remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms, cooking another 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in Marsala wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce by half, about 5 minutes. Return beef to the pot and add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Let stew cook gently for 2 to 2½ hours, or until beef is fork-tender. If desired, whisk flour with a little water to create a slurry and stir into the stew to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #marsalawine #beefstew #slowcookedbeef #comfortfood #heartymeals #winebraisedbeef #homemadecooking #beefrecipes #slowcookerrecipes #familymeals #dinnerideas #rusticcooking #wintermeals #foodie #soulfood #easyrecipes #onepotmeals #slowcooking #heartyrecipes #deliciousdinner Indulge in the rich flavors of this Marsala Wine Beef Stew — tender beef braised to perfection in a savory Marsala wine sauce with hearty veggies. Comfort food at its finest! 🍷🥩🍲