Description
This Rosemary Garlic Bronze Spoon Roast is an incredibly tender beef chuck roast recipe, braised slowly in the oven to achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture that can be cut with a spoon. It’s a flavorful and satisfying home-cooked meal perfect for busy weeknights, promising juicy results every time.
Ingredients
- 3.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Prep the Roast: Pat your 3.5 lbs chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with 1 tbsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper all over, ensuring an even coating.
- Sear for Flavor: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Brown all sides of the beef for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep, golden-brown crust forms.
- Build the Aromatics: Remove the seared roast and set aside. Add 6 cloves of minced garlic and 3 sprigs of chopped fresh rosemary to the pot, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Deglaze and Add Liquid: Pour in 3 cups beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Return the roast to the pot, ensuring it’s nestled comfortably; if the broth isn’t covering at least two-thirds of the roast, add an additional 0.5 cup of broth or water.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer on the stovetop, then cover the Dutch oven tightly. Transfer to a preheated oven (300°F/150°C) for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is incredibly fork-tender and pulls apart easily.
Notes
Use low-sodium beef broth to control salt intake. Add extra root vegetables (like 1 cup chopped potatoes or parsnips) directly to the pot during the last hour of cooking for a complete, family-friendly meal. Don’t skip searing; it locks in flavor and creates depth. Ensure the liquid covers at least two-thirds of the roast for optimal braising and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 210 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising (in oven)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx 200 g)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg