Easy Pot Roast Recipe

Description: This Easy Pot Roast is the perfect comfort food: tender, juicy beef, slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables in a rich and savory gravy. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it recipe that allows the flavors to meld together while your oven or slow cooker does all the work. With minimal prep, you’ll have a hearty, melt-in-your-mouth meal that’s perfect for any family dinner.

Ingredients:
3-4 lb (1.3-1.8 kg) boneless beef chuck roast
2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
1 large onion, quartered
3-4 garlic cloves, smashed
4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks (optional)
1 cup beef broth (or more as needed)
1/2 cup red wine (optional, but adds great flavor)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried thyme (or fresh if you have it)
2 teaspoons dried rosemary (or fresh if you have it)
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste