Cranberry Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Cranberry Pot Roast
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 300 min
Total time: 330 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 (2 1/2-3 lb) boneless beef chuck roast; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 3 whole cloves; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried); 1 tablespoon butter (optional); 1/4 cup cold water

This show-stopping Cranberry Pot Roast recipe is worth the time! Imagine a succulent, fall-apart tender pot roast infused with the tart sweetness of cranberries and rich savory herbs. The aroma alone will fill your kitchen with holiday cheer. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted root vegetables for a complete and unforgettable meal. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 300 mins

Calories 622.1 kcal

Protein 78g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Pot Roast

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (2 1/2-3 lb) boneless beef chuck roast
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 whole cloves
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
1/4 cup cold water

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Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

64g

Carbs

13g

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