Description

Fork Tender Gravy Covered Dinner That Waits for You is the ultimate comfort food. This slow-cooked beef roast is rich, deeply savory, and smothered in a velvety, homemade gravy. It’s designed to be ready when you are — whether cooked in a Dutch oven or slow cooker — making it perfect for busy weekdays or relaxing weekends. Every bite melts in your mouth and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, noodles, or roasted veggies.

Ingredients

3 pounds beef chuck roast

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 large yellow onion sliced

4 cloves garlic minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

2 bay leaves

3 cups low-sodium beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 cup chopped carrots (optional)

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the beef for 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pot, sauté sliced onions for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1–2 minutes.

4. Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Deglaze with a splash of broth, scraping up browned bits.

5. Return beef to the pot. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer lightly.

6. Cover and cook at 300°F in the oven for 4 hours or use a slow cooker on low for 8 hours.

7. Once tender, remove the beef and tent with foil. Strain if preferred.

8. Make a slurry with flour or cornstarch and water, whisk into simmering liquid until thickened.

9. Stir in butter for a richer finish.

10. Slice or shred beef, top with gravy, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

Pat the meat dry before searing to get a rich brown crust.

Use low-sodium broth to control seasoning and avoid overly salty gravy.

Let the meat rest a few minutes before serving so juices redistribute and stay locked in.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooked / Braised
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 475
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: beef roast, fork tender roast, gravy dinner, comfort food