Description
Think of this as a cheeky, savory ice cream sundae: Creamy mashed potatoes are layered with tender, rich shredded beef in a flavorful gravy and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar and fresh chives and top with a cherry tomato. Perfect for lazy days or when you’re in need of a warm, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
ROAST BEEF:
- 3 to 3-1/2 pounds beef chuck roast
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 to 3 tablespoons Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves, crushed and halved
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons Better than Bouillon Beef Base
- 2 to 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
TO SERVE:
- Mashed potatoes
- 4 ounces grated Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- Cherry tomatoes, for topping
Instructions
- Generously season the chuck roast with kosher salt, pepper and Montreal Steak Seasoning. In a large, heavy-bottomed Dutch oven, add the chuck roast, onion, garlic, beef broth, Better than Bouillon Beef Base, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 2-1/2 to 3 hours, until the beef is completely tender and falls apart when shredded with a fork. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, shred into bite-sized strips.
- Strain the beef broth from the onions and garlic and allow to settle until the fat and broth separates. Remove the fat with a spoon into a separate bowl. Measure 6 tablespoons of fat into the cooking pan, adding butter if necessary to get to 6 tablespoons. Whisk in 1/2 cup flour, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook the roux for 2 to 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in the reserved beef broth, whisking constantly, and cook until your desired gravy consistency is reached, about 6 to 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the shredded beef, stirring to coat with gravy.
- To serve, place a scoop of mashed potatoes in a bowl. Top with the beef and gravy and a scoop of sour cream. Sprinkle with Cheddar and chives. Top with a cherry tomato.
- Category: Beef, Lazy Days, Comfort Food