Budget Holiday Chuck Roast (Printable)

Hearty chuck roast made with three ingredients, ideal for festive, budget-conscious meals.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Beef

01 - 3 lb boneless beef chuck roast

→ Seasoning

02 - 1 oz dry onion soup mix

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup low sodium beef broth

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F.
02 - Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and place it in a large Dutch oven or roasting pan with a tight-fitting lid.
03 - Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the top of the roast.
04 - Pour beef broth around the roast without washing off the seasoning.
05 - Cover tightly with the lid or aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 3 hours, or until fork-tender.
06 - Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes, then slice or shred and serve with pan juices.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Requires only three ingredients
  • Minimal effort with great flavor
02 -
  • For added flavor add peeled carrots and potatoes around the roast before cooking
  • Great served with mashed potatoes or over rice
03 -
  • Use a slow cooker for an 8-hour low setting alternative
  • Do not pour broth directly over roast to keep seasoning intact
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