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Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef

Slow-roasted beef simmered in a tangy cranberry balsamic sauce for a cozy winter main dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Winter
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Roast
  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Cranberry Balsamic Sauce
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 sprigs rosemary
  • 2 sprigs thyme

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season beef with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear roast in olive oil until browned on all sides.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot.
  4. Add cranberries, balsamic vinegar, broth, honey, and herbs.
  5. Return beef to pot, cover, and roast 3–3½ hours.
  6. Rest beef before slicing and thicken sauce if desired.

Notes

Sauce thickens naturally as cranberries break down.