Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Begin by patting your boneless beef chuck roast dry with paper towels to enhance the searing process.
- Generously season the beef with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place the seasoned beef in the pot and sear it for 4-6 minutes on each side until it develops a rich, golden-brown crust.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté the mixture for 8-10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic cloves to the pot and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant, then incorporate tomato paste.
- Pour in 1 cup of beef broth, scraping up the fond from the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the remaining beef broth, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Add rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Return the seared beef to the Dutch oven.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Cover the pot tightly with a lid.
- Let the roast braise in the oven for 3-4 hours, checking for tenderness.
- Once done, transfer the beef to a cutting board and tent it loosely with foil for 15-20 minutes.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve, carefully strain the braising liquid into a large bowl.
- Return the strained liquid to the stove and simmer it for 10-15 minutes until it reduces and thickens.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, orange zest, and juice. Simmer the mixture for 8-12 minutes.
- Mix the prepared cranberry sauce with the reduced braising liquid.
- Using two forks, shred the beef into large chunks or slice it against the grain.
- Return the shredded or sliced beef to the pot with the glaze.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or alongside roasted root vegetables.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure to allow the roast to rest after braising for maximum tenderness.
