Savory Chuck Roast with Blue Cheese Gravy
A delightful dish of tender, juicy chuck roast braised to perfection, served with creamy blue cheese gravy and sweet Yukon gold potatoes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds chuck roast A flavorful cut that becomes tender and juicy when slow-cooked.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For searing and enhancing the flavor.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt To bring out the natural flavors of the meat.
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper For just the right touch of spice.
- 1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced Adding sweetness and depth to the dish.
- 8 small Yukon gold potatoes Creamy and buttery, they hold up well during cooking.
- 2 cups beef broth The base for your savory gravy.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Adding a touch of umami and complexity.
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme Fragrant herbs that elevate the whole dish.
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled The star of the gravy, with its rich flavor.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream To create a decadently smooth gravy.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit for slow-cooking your chuck roast.
- Season the chuck roast generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it ripples, then sear the roast for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Arrange the halved onions and small Yukon gold potatoes around the roast in the pan.
- In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and a few sprigs of thyme, then pour this mixture over the roast.
- Cover with a lid or foil and transfer the pan to the oven.
Cooking
- Let it cook in the oven for 3 to 3.5 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Once done, remove the pan from the oven. Discard the thyme sprigs and remove the potatoes and roast.
- On the stovetop, stir in heavy cream and 1/3 cup of blue cheese crumbles into the pan juices until the sauce thickens.
- Break the roast into large chunks and return it to the pot, serving it with potatoes and topped with gravy.
- Sprinkle the remaining blue cheese crumbles on top for a stunning presentation.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chuck roast overnight in your seasonings. You can add sautéed mushrooms or cooked bacon bits for texture in the gravy. Leftovers can be great for sandwiches or can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.