Classic Beef Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

There’s nothing quite like a slow-simmered pot roast to make a kitchen feel warm and welcoming. As the beef cooks low and slow, the broth turns rich and savory, the garlic and herbs fill the air, and the meat becomes so tender it practically falls apart.

This is the kind of meal that feels made for chilly evenings, Sunday dinners, or any day when you want something hearty and comforting on the table.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 pound baby potatoes
• 4 carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Pat the roast dry with paper towels. Season it generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear it on all sides until deeply browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Remove the roast for a moment, then add the onion and garlic to the pot. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring up those browned bits from the bottom.

Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.

Return the roast to the pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the beef is tender.

Add the baby potatoes and carrots during the last 45 minutes of cooking. Let them soak up all that savory broth.

Remove the beef and vegetables from the pot. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and simmer until the gravy thickens.

Slice or shred the roast, spoon the warm gravy over the top, and finish with fresh parsley.

Presentation

Serve the pot roast on a large platter with the potatoes and carrots tucked around the beef. Drizzle everything with glossy gravy and sprinkle with parsley for a fresh pop of color.

For an extra cozy touch, bring the gravy to the table in a small pitcher so everyone can add more.

Nutritional Information:

• ⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
• 🔥 Kcal: Approximately 520 kcal per serving | 🍽️ Servings: 6 servings

Conclusion

This classic beef pot roast is tender, rich, and full of old-fashioned comfort. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for gathering people around the table.

Make it when you want a meal that feels like home.