Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker French Onion Roast, where tender beef meets sweet caramelized onions, creating a dish that warms both heart and home. This effortless recipe is ideal for family gatherings or cozy evenings, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this roast is a culinary masterpiece that guarantees satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb beef roast (chuck or brisket)
- 4–5 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the yellow onions thinly and season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Optional: Sear the roast in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
- Place sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker; add the seasoned roast on top.
- Pour in beef broth and red wine until about half of the roast is covered.
- Add thyme, bay leaves, and sprinkle sugar over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until fork-tender.
- Allow the roast to rest before slicing; serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra depth, consider adding mushrooms or swapping beef for pork. Ensure to remove bay leaves before serving.