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Tuscan-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Roast: Discover its Secrets!

A flavorful Tuscan-style slow-cooked beef roast that is tender and infused with herbs and vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 to 3 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup red wine optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the roast and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Place the seared beef roast in a slow cooker and pour the vegetable and tomato mixture over the top. If using, add the red wine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  6. Once cooked, remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the beef with two forks and return it to the sauce.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added depth of flavor, consider adding a bay leaf during cooking.
  • Serve the beef roast over mashed potatoes or polenta for a hearty meal.

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