Budget Holiday Chuck Roast (Print Version)

Hearty, flavorful chuck roast ideal for festive meals with minimal ingredients and easy prep.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 3 lb boneless beef chuck roast

→ Seasoning

02 - 1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup low sodium beef broth

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven temperature 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 the beef broth around the roast, avoiding pouring directly onto the seasoning to prevent dilution.
05 - Cover the pot tightly with the lid or aluminum foil.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 3 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
07 - Remove from the oven, let rest for 10 minutes, then slice or shred and serve with the pan juices.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Budget-friendly with only three ingredients
  • Minimal effort for maximum 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 low sodium beef broth to control salt levels
  • Let the roast rest before slicing to retain juices
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