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Cozy Italian‑Inspired Pot Roast and Risotto Dinner - Easy homemade recipe

Cozy Italian‑Inspired Pot Roast and Risotto Dinner

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of a tender pot roast paired perfectly with creamy risotto for a dinner to remember.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 750

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a large oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned.
  3. Step 3: Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Step 4: Return the roast to the pot. Add beef broth, red wine, and rosemary sprigs. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Cook for about 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
  6. Step 6: About 30 minutes before the roast is done, start the risotto. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a simmer.
  7. Step 7: In another pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add arborio rice and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Gradually add simmering broth to the rice, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed.
  9. Step 9: Once the rice is creamy and cooked through, stir in the remaining butter and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Step 10: Serve the pot roast sliced, with delicious risotto on the side. Garnish with extra rosemary if desired.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the roast in red wine overnight. Adjust seasoning to your taste.