Pot Roast Italienne

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Succulent Pot Roast Italienne for Your Dinner Tonight
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Prep

20 min

Cook

3 hr

Ready In

3 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 -7 lbs rump roast
2 tablespoons lard
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons onions , chopped
1/4 cup water
6 carrots , cut julienne style
1 package frozen Italian cut green beans
1/4 cup flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
420
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
This classic dish of Italian origin has wedged its way into the hearts of most Americans due to its ease of preparation and delicious savory taste. The roast is braised low and slow with Mediterranean herbs and spices until meltingly tender, making it the perfect choice for entertaining guests or a weekend meal with family. The addition of veggies not only adds flavor and color but also provides a wholesome one-pot meal that's sure to satisfy everyone. Pot Roast Italienne may take a bit of time to cook, but it's so worth it, and it's sure to become a firm favorite in your household too.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large Dutch oven, melt the lard over medium-high heat.
3.Rub the salt, pepper, and oregano onto the roast, and brown in the hot oil in the Dutch oven, turning on all sides for 10-15 minutes.
4.Add onions and water, cover and cook in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
5.Add carrots and green beans to the pot, and continue cooking for another hour.
6.Remove roast to a platter, and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
7.Scoop vegetables and any remaining juices onto the platter with the slice roast, and serve hot.

PROS

This savory roast is rich and flavorful, perfect for feeding a crowd.

It is also great for meal prep, as the leftovers can be used in other dishes throughout the week.

CONS

Cooking times are a bit long and requires patience to get tender and juicy roast.

5-7 lbs of meat might be too much for small families, hence creating the need to store leftovers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pot Roast Italienne provides an excellent source of protein and vitamins, including B-complex, potassium, iron, and beta-carotene from the vegetables used.
The low and slow cooking method also breaks down the connective tissues, making the meat easy to digest and absorb all the crucial nutrients.

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