Slow-Braised Honey Balsamic Chuck Roast

Ingredients:

• Aromatics:
• 2 medium yellow onions (sliced)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 6 sprigs fresh rosemary & thyme
• 3 bay leaves
• Sauce & Liquid:
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp hone1 tbsp Dijon or honey mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Main:
• 3 lb boneless chuck roast
• Kosher salt & black pepper
• 1–2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Pat roast dry; season with salt and pepper.
3. Sear in hot oil 5–6 minutes per side until deeply browned.
4. Transfer roast to Dutch oven.
5. Add onions, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves around the meat.
6. Whisk broth, balsamic, honey, mustard, and Worcestershire. Pour over roast.
7. Cover tightly and braise 3½ hours, until fork-tender.
8. Remove herbs, shred beef in the sauce, and mix to coat.
9. Serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, or roasted vegetables.