Chuck Roast For Two Recipe

Name: Chuck Roast For Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 lb) chuck roast, abt 1 1/2 lbs (I cut a 3lb roast in half, froze the other half for another time); 1 tablespoon oil; 1 onion, cut in large dice; 1 teaspoon beef base; 1 cup hot water; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon herbes de provence; 1 teaspoon Gravy Master; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

1 (1 1/2 lb) chuck roast, abt 1 1/2 lbs (I cut a 3lb roast in half, froze the other half for another time)
1 tablespoon oil
1 onion, cut in large dice
1 teaspoon beef base
1 cup hot water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon herbes de provence
1 teaspoon Gravy Master
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon water

1
In a small bowl mix together the salt, pepper, and garlic powder ( it makes for a better distribution of the seasonings).
2
Sprinkle beef with the mixed seasoning on all sides.
3
Brown the chuck roast in the oil on all sides (I use my Le Creuset 2-Quart Round French Oven).
4
Add the onion to the pot and saute until light golden color.
5
Dissolve the beef base in hot water.
6
Pour the resulting broth around the roast in the pot.
7
Bring the broth up to a bubble, immediately cover, and turn down the heat to a simmer.
8
Cook at a simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until the meat is fork tender.
9
Remove meat from pan and keep warm by covering with foil.
10
Mix the flour and water together to create a slurry.
11
Add the gravy master to simmering broth.
12
Slowing pour the slurry into the pan while stirring with a whisk to ensure no lumps form.
13
Simmer for a couple of minutes to cook the flour.
14
Taste and correct seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and garlic powder blend if needed.
15
NOTE: The salt, pepper, garlic powder blend is actually Paula Deen's House Seasoning, see recipe #57340.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 1/2 lb) chuck roast, abt 1 1/2 lbs (I cut a 3lb roast in half, froze the other half for another time), 1 tablespoon oil, 1 onion, cut in large dice, 1 teaspoon beef base, and more.

Yes, Chuck Roast For Two falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chuck Roast For Two

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