Classic Pot Roast Recipe

Classic Pot Roast Recipe

natashaskitchen.com

  • 4 hrs
  • Serves 8
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4 - 5 lb beef chuck roast
4 tsp coarse salt, such as kosher salt, divided. or added to taste
1½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided, or added to taste
1 tbsp light olive oil, or any high-heat cooking oil
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot noir
6 cups beef stock
5 - 6 whole carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
½ cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley, plus more to garnish
To Thicken the Sauce (optional)
2 tbsp cornstarch or flour, see notes