Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chuck roast and sear it for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the roast from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the shallots and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped rosemary, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the cherry preserves and balsamic vinegar to the pot, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chuck roast to the pot, then pour in the beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and lower the heat. Let it braise for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- While the roast is braising, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed rutabaga and cook for about 20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add the heavy cream and butter to the rutabaga. Mash until smooth and velvety. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the roast is done, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve the sliced roast with the shallot and cherry-balsamic glaze drizzled over the top, alongside a generous spoonful of the velvety rutabaga gravy.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the roast in the cherry preserves and balsamic vinegar overnight.
