Italian Pot Roast Stracotto with Creamy Oven-Baked Gorgonzola Polenta
Delicious Italian Pot Roast Stracotto served with creamy oven-baked gorgonzola polenta.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups polenta
- 1 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper and brown on all sides.
- Add carrots, onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the pot, sautéing for a few minutes.
- Pour in the red wine and beef broth, then bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Cook for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.
- To prepare the polenta, bring water to a boil in a separate pot. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring until thick.
- Stir in heavy cream and gorgonzola cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve the pot roast alongside the creamy gorgonzola polenta.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a full-bodied red wine.
- Let the pot roast rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing for better texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Italian Pot Roast, Stracotto, Gorgonzola Polenta