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The Best Sunday Roast Recipe for a family meal! Beef chuck roast is one of the tastiest Sunday dinner ideas.

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Beef chuck roast in a Dutch Oven
The Best Beef Chuck Roast Recipe
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Sunday Dinner

You all know how much I believe in the power of enjoying Sunday Supper together. There is nothing like getting the family together and cooking together and enjoying each other around the family table. This tradition provides memories to last a lifetime. This act of love will be passed down from generation to generation!

Here are my family's absolute favorite Sunday Dinner Recipes:

What is a Typical Sunday Supper?

The #1 Sunday Supper Recipe is Beef Chuck Roast with roasted potatoes or mashed potatoes. It is such a popular Sunday Supper recipe because it is easy to prepare and it is a total comfort food. Most importantly, it is delicious and many times reminds us of grandma cooking for us.

Sunday Dinner Recipes with Beef

If you know me, you know how much I love using beef for Sunday meal ideas. I have plenty of budget-friendly, easy beef recipes to pick from, starting with my favorite Beef Chuck Roast (one of the best lazy Sunday dinner ideas of all time!). Give them a try and let me know your family's favorite!

And my all-time favorite side dish is Portuguese Rice! This Portuguese girl loves her easy rice recipe!

Chuck roast up close with vegetables and gravy

Chicken Sunday Family Dinner Ideas

Chicken makes some of the best Sunday family dinner ideas. My personal favorite is my Chick-fil-A Chicken Noodle Soup - it tastes better than the original (seriously!) and is so easy to make on your own. If the whole family likes a little spice, try my Peri Peri Chicken.

If you are looking for a creamy sauce for chicken, I have the best Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce.

Want to cook your chicken perfectly? You can always refer to our chicken temperature chart and use our step-by-step instructions on how to grill chicken breast.

Chick-fil-a chicken noodle soup in a white bowl

Best Sunday Dinners with Pork

Nothing says Southern Sunday dinner ideas more than pork! Try my Southern Smothered Pork Chops if you love classic supper ideas, or my Sausage Gravy with Biscuits as a breakfast for a dinner treat.

Close up on Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy in a black skillet

Sunday Dinners with Seafood

My list of good Sunday dinner ideas wouldn't be complete without seafood. My favorite is my Creamy Shrimp Bisque - you have to try this easy bisque recipe! For a super simple seafood dinner, you can throw together in literally minutes in the oven or on the grill, try my Shrimp Foil Pack.

Seafood chowder in a white bowl with a spoon

Sunday Meal Ideas with Pasta

Pasta dinners make some of the best Sunday dinner ideas. They're easy, budget-friendly, and use super simple ingredients. Try my Chicken Orzo Pasta - it's one of my favorites! My Slow Cooker Lasagna is incredibly popular. It's easy and delicious, so it's always a winner.

Removing slice of Slow Cooker Lasagna

Sunday Night Dinner Ideas with Ham

There are so many easy ways to cook pre-cooked ham. So simple and so delicious!

Easy Sunday Dinner Ideas with Turkey

My family loves turkey for Sunday dinner! It is super easy to make and so delicious. Try some of my easy turkey dinner recipes!

What to Make for Sunday Dinner Salads

Sunday Meals for the Family

Vegetables for Sunday Meals

chuck roast in a blue baking dish

Sunday Dinner Ideas - Sunday Roast

Recipe Author: Isabel, AKA Family FoodieIsabel Laessig
The Best Sunday Roast Recipe for a family meal! Beef chuck roast is one of the tastiest Sunday dinner ideas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 35 minutes
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 316 kcal

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Equipment

Ingredients  

  • 4 pound boneless beef chuck roast
  • 2 Tablespoons butter - unsalted
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion - peeled and cut into large wedges
  • 2 cloves garlic - peeled or 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
  • 6 carrots - whole
  • 2 celery stalks - cut into large pieces
  • 4 potatoes - cut into large pieces
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary - or 2 teaspoons of dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 ounce tomato paste
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F. Season the beef on all sides with salt and pepper.
    4 pound boneless beef chuck roast,Salt and pepper to taste
  • In a large Dutch oven, place the butter and vegetable oil over medium high heat. Once hot and the butter is melted, add the seasoned beef and sear until golden brown on all sides. Remove to a plate and set aside.
    2 Tablespoons butter,1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Toss together the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, rosemary in the pan. Allow to cook, stirring occasionally, until browned.
    1 large yellow onion,2 cloves garlic,6 carrots,2 celery stalks,4 potatoes,2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • Stir in the tomato paste and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes. 
    6 ounce tomato paste
  • Deglaze the pan with the red wine, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes. 
    1 cup red wine
  • Place the seared beef back in the pan and top with the beef stock and add bay leaves.
    2 bay leaves,2 cups beef stock
  • Cover and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook until the beef is tender and shreds easily, about 5-6 hours.
  • Season with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve hot with desired sides.
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4.89 from 9 votes

Notes

  • Try using whole carrots so they don't get mushy. Do not use carrot slices; they cook for too long and become mushy. 
  • Yukon gold or russet potatoes are the best for beef chuck roast as they are hearty enough to cook along with the beef without getting mushy. 
  • Make sure to sear the beef on all sides. This will ensure a juicy Sunday roast!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 245mgPotassium: 821mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5265IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 4.2mg
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Isabel, AKA Family Foodie

About Isabel Laessig

Hi! I’m Isabel Laessig, also known as Family Foodie, creator of Sunday Supper Movement and author of the Sunday Supper Cookbook. Sunday Supper is my mission to bring family back around the dinner table. Join me in making family meal-time a tradition to celebrate!

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  1. Chris David says

    5 stars
    Really delicious recipe

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  2. Caren says

    Meals for one would be nice. I know this is not about this recipe but did not know where else to write. Caren

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    • Em Beitel says

      This works perfectly, Caren! We'll keep that in mind, thank you!

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  3. cindy says

    Will be giving this a try on Sunday. Just wondering if I could transfer the seared roast and veggies to a crock pot to complete the cooking? It is still hot around here and having the oven on for 5-6 hours is costly. thank you

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