Succulent Braised Beef

1Preparing the Beef 1. Season the beef chuck roast (2 lbs) with salt and pepper on all sides.2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil (2 tablespoons) over medium-high heat.3. Sear the beef roast on all sides until browned.4. Transfer the seared beef roast to a plate and set aside.

2Braising the Beef 1. In the same skillet, add onions and garlic (3 cloves), sauté until fragrant.2. Add carrots (2) and celery, cook until slightly tender.3. Pour in beef broth (1 cup), red wine (1 cup), tomato paste (2 tablespoons), Worcestershire sauce (1 tablespoon), thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.4. Return the beef roast to the skillet.5. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.

36. Remove the beef from the skillet, let it rest, and slice it.7. Serve the succulent braised beef with the vegetables and sauce from the skillet.