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Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe

Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef

Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef is the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy—come take a bite and taste the magic!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 2-3 pound beef roast (such as chuck, round, brisket, etc.)
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce optional
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced (or baby carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Brown the beef roast on all sides. Set the beef aside.
  • Add sliced onion to the pan and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about a minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in beef broth, balsamic vinegar, cranberry sauce, soy sauce, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
  • Add carrots, cranberries, and the browned beef back into the pan.
  • Transfer the pan to a preheated 275°F oven, cover, and braise for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender. Alternatively, cook on the stovetop on low heat for the same time or use a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
  • Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pan and slice or shred it.
  • If desired, skim any excess fat from the cooking juices. Place the pan back on the stovetop, bring the liquid to a simmer, and add the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the sauce.
  • Serve the sliced or shredded beef with the carrots and cranberry balsamic sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Notes: You can customize this dish by adding other root vegetables like potatoes or parsnips.
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