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Delicious homemade beef pot roast served with vegetables and herbs

Braised Apple Cider BBQ Pot Roast

A deliciously comforting pot roast infused with apple cider and BBQ sauce, combining tenderness with the warm flavors of carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 pounds chuck roast Choose a well-marbled roast for maximum tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For added richness.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil To sauté the vegetables.
  • 2 cups apple cider Use high-quality cider for best flavor.
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Adjust based on desired sweetness and tang.
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 4 potatoes, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 teaspoons herbs (thyme or rosemary) Fresh or dried herbs can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned.
  3. Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and garlic, sautéing until softened.
  4. Add apple cider and BBQ sauce to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  5. Return the roast to the pot, add potatoes and herbs, then cover and transfer to the oven.
  6. Braise for 3-4 hours, until the meat is tender and fully cooked.
  7. Let rest before slicing, and serve with the vegetables and sauce.

Notes

Quality ingredients and slow cooking enhance the flavor of this pot roast. Adjust flavors according to your preference.