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Italian Pot Roast & Parmesan Risotto Recipe

Italian Pot Roast & Parmesan Risotto

Emma steph
This comforting meal pairs a tender, slow-cooked beef roast infused with Italian herbs and aromatic spices with a creamy, rich Parmesan risotto. Perfect for family gatherings, this dish uses a slow cooker to achieve melt-in-your-mouth beef while the stovetop risotto offers a sophisticated, restaurant-quality contrast. It is an effortless way to create a hearty, balanced dinner that turns simple staples into deep, complex flavors without the need for advanced culinary techniques.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Easy Dinner Recipes for Family Meals
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb Chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp Dried onion flakes
  • 2 tbsp Fresh garlic, minced
  • 1.25 oz Au jus mix, alcohol-free
  • 1 oz Italian dressing mix, alcohol-free
  • 2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
  • 1.5 cups Tomato juice
  • 1 lb Arborio rice
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 tsp Onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Place the 3-lb pot roast into the basin of your slow cooker.
  • Whisk the dried onion flakes, minced garlic, au jus mix, Italian dressing mix, black pepper, cayenne, and tomato juice in a small bowl until combined.
  • Pour the mixture over the roast to coat evenly.
  • Set the slow cooker to LOW for 8-12 hours or HIGH for 4.5 hours until the beef shreds easily.
  • In a large skillet, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer.
  • In a separate large saucepan, toast the Arborio rice with a little oil or butter.
  • Gradually add the warm chicken broth to the rice one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed.
  • Continue until the rice is al dente and creamy.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese and onion powder before serving with the shredded roast.

Notes

Ensure all store-bought mixes are verified alcohol-free. For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan rather than pre-grated. If you have extra time, searing the roast before placing into the slow cooker will add even more depth to the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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