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Gruyère-Crowned French Onion Beef Roast with Rich Caramelized Onion Gravy

A hearty beef roast topped with melted Gruyère cheese and served with a rich caramelized onion gravy.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Season beef chunks with salt, onion powder, and thyme. Add to pot with onions and brown on all sides.
  5. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, until beef is tender.
  7. Remove from oven. Top with shredded Gruyère cheese and return to oven uncovered for 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot, spooning extra gravy over the top.
  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: French