🔥 Tender, juicy beef that melts in your mouth! 😍😋
Looking for a comforting, home-cooked meal that’s perfect for family dinners? This braised beef with vegetables is packed with flavor and so easy to make!
🥩 Ingredients:
2 lb beef chuck roast
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 cups beef broth
1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp red pepper flakes
2 bay leaves
Minced fresh parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2️⃣ Season beef with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides (4–5 min per side), then remove and set aside.
4️⃣ In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until tender (5–7 min).
5️⃣ Add beef broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
6️⃣ Return beef to the pot, coating it in the sauce. Cover and transfer to oven.
7️⃣ Braise for 2.5–3 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
8️⃣ Remove bay leaves and shred beef with two forks.
9️⃣ Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
⏱ Prep: 15 min | Cook: 3 hrs | Total: 3 hrs 15 min
🍽 Servings: 6 | Calories: 350 kcal
💡 Tips:
✅ For extra flavor, marinate beef overnight with herbs and garlic.
✅ Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
✅ Leftovers taste even better the next day!
