Description
Learn how to cook a tender and flavorful bottom round roast with this easy pot roast recipe! Follow our step-by-step instructions for a delicious oven roast beef.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb bottom round roast (beef round roast)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional, but recommended)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 lbs potatoes, quartered
Instructions
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned bottom round roast for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Remove the roast and set aside. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and tomato paste, cook for another minute.
- Braise the Roast: Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Return the roast to the pot. Add rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Braise for 2.5-3 hours.
- Add Potatoes and Finish Cooking: Add quartered potatoes to the pot. Continue braising for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the potatoes are tender. Let the roast rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Marinate the bottom round roast overnight for extra flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer for desired doneness. Medium-rare: 130-135°F (54-57°C).
- Add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips.
- Substitute red wine with additional beef broth or balsamic vinegar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: bottom round roast, pot roast recipe, oven roast beef, beef round roast, braised beef, roast beef recipe