Description
Braised Beef and Potatoes is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort to the dinner table. This recipe features tender chunks of boneless beef chuck roast slowly cooked with Yukon Gold potatoes in a rich gravy, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Served over fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh parsley, this meal is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. The combination of savory ingredients creates a satisfying dish that will warm your soul and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cooked white rice, for serving
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the beef cubes in a skillet with vegetable oil until browned on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, cook chopped onion until softened, then add minced garlic and cook briefly. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Whisk together beef broth, water, flour, tomato paste, thyme, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Pour over the beef and onions.
- Add potato chunks to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
- Stir before serving hot over white rice and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg