Balsamic Braised Pot Roast Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 celery ribs with leaves, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
• 3 medium turnips, peeled and quartered
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup dry red wine or beef broth
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 small bunch fresh thyme sprigs
• 4 fresh sage leaves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water