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Italian Pot Roast Stracotto

Italian Pot Roast Stracotto in rustic bowl on white cloth napkin with glass of water
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A comforting Italian pot roast featuring tender beef simmered with aromatic herbs and vegetables, perfect for a cozy family meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces bacon (or pancetta)
  • diced (optional)
  • 3 pounds beef (such as chuck)
  • cut into 3 large pieces
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup onion
  • diced
  • 1 cup carrot
  • diced
  • 1 cup celery
  • diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic
  • chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (link) (or oregano)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the beef with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, cook the diced bacon or pancetta until crisp, then remove and set aside.
  3. Brown the beef pieces in the bacon fat on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic; cook until softened.
  5. Add red pepper flakes, beef broth, crushed tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and return the beef and bacon to the pot.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 2 to 3 hours, until the beef is tender.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • Optional: For an extra rich flavor, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan
  • Serve with polenta or mashed potatoes

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Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/italian-pot-roast-stracotto/