Lusciously Slow Braised Beef Roast With Cranberry Balsamic Glaze
Lusciously Slow Braised Beef Roast With Cranberry Balsamic Glaze is a tender, flavorful beef roast with tangy balsamic and tart cranberries, creating a rich, festive glaze ideal for holiday dinners and winter gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups cranberries
- 3–4 sprigs thyme
- 2 carrots chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season and sear beef until browned.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot.
- Add balsamic, beef broth, and brown sugar; return beef.
- Add cranberries, thyme, and carrots.
- Cover and braise at 325°F (163°C) for 3–3½ hours.
- Rest, skim fat, thicken sauce if needed, then serve with glaze.