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Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

Savory Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

This Slow-Braised Beef Roast with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze is a festive centerpiece, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 piece Beef Roast well-marbled cut
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper freshly ground
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar high-quality
For the Aromatics
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or sweet
For Braising
  • 2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary) dried herbs can be used at half the amount

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 3–4 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  2. Sauté onions and garlic in the same skillet until onions are translucent.
  3. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Combine the seared beef, sautéed vegetables, cranberry sauce, beef broth, and fresh herbs in the slow cooker.
  5. Slow-braise on low for 4 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Remove the beef to rest, slice it, and drizzle with the reduced glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Allow roast to sit before slicing for optimal juiciness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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