Healthy Italian Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Healthy Italian Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds); 1-1/2 cups water; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 4-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 tablespoons cold water

Servings: persons

1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds)
1-1/2 cups water
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons dried basil
4-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

1
In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, brown roast on all sides; drain. Combine the water, garlic and seasonings; pour over roast. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until meat is tender.
2
Discard bay leaves. Remove roast to a serving platter; let stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, for gravy, pour pan drippings and loosened browned bits into a measuring cup; skim and discard fat. Transfer to a small saucepan. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Slice beef; serve with gravy.

568

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds), 1-1/2 cups water, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 2 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Healthy Italian Pot Roast 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.

Healthy Italian Pot Roast

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