Italian Pot Roast & Parmesan Risotto: A Comforting Indulgence
A delicious and comforting dish featuring tender Italian pot roast served with creamy Parmesan risotto.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the beef chuck roast and brown on all sides.
- Pour in red wine and beef broth, then add carrots, celery, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for about 3 hours, until the meat is tender.
- Remove the pot roast and let it rest before slicing.
- In another pot, heat chicken broth and keep it warm.
- In a separate pan, melt butter and add Arborio rice, stirring until lightly toasted.
- Gradually add warm chicken broth, stirring frequently until the rice is creamy and al dente.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and serve with sliced pot roast.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sear the meat well before adding liquids.
- Let the risotto rest briefly before serving for perfect creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Italian Pot Roast, Parmesan Risotto, Comfort Food