Beer-Braised Top Blade Flat Iron Roast

ingredient

• 2 lb. (900 g) beef top blade flat iron roast
• 2 Tbsp. (30 mL) Irresistibles extra virgin olive oil*
• 1 sprig thyme, chopped
• 1 Irresistibles bay leaf*, crumbled
• 1 sprig sage, chopped
• 4 onions, sliced very thin
• 2 cups (500 mL) dark beer
• 1 cup (250 mL) beef broth*
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, brown roast on all sides in hot oil over medium-high heat. Transfer meat to a deep casserole and sprinkle herbs over top.
2. In the same skillet, lightly brown onions over medium heat. Add beer and reduce by half. Add broth and bring to a boil. Pour beery onion broth round the roast. Season. Cover and roast for 2 - 3 hours or until tender. Cut roast into thin slices and serve over beery onions.