Italian Pot Roast Risotto (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pot Roast

01 - 3–4 lb boneless beef chuck roast
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 large onion, chopped
04 - 2 carrots, chopped
05 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
08 - 1 cup beef broth
09 - 1 cup dry red wine (such as Chianti or Merlot)
10 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
11 - 1 tbsp dried oregano
12 - 1 tbsp dried basil
13 - 1 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Parmesan Risotto

15 - 2 tbsp olive oil
16 - 1 shallot, finely chopped
17 - 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
18 - 6 cups hot chicken broth, divided
19 - 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
20 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
21 - 2 tbsp butter
22 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Season the roast with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides, 3–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
02 - Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
03 - Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
04 - Return the roast to the pot. Cover and cook in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 2½–3 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
05 - Let the roast rest for 10 minutes. Shred with two forks. Return shredded meat to the pot and keep warm.
06 - Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the shallot until softened, 3–5 minutes.
07 - Add Arborio rice and toast for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
08 - Pour in white wine. Stir until absorbed.
09 - Add 1 cup of hot chicken broth. Stir until absorbed. Continue adding broth, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed, about 20–25 minutes.
10 - Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
11 - Serve the pot roast over a bed of Parmesan risotto. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Use bone-in chuck roast for a richer flavor.
02 - Add other vegetables, such as potatoes or mushrooms, to the pot roast.
03 - Substitute Pecorino Romano or Asiago for Parmesan.
04 - For extra creamy risotto, add a splash of heavy cream.