567064 Thu Oct 23 20:59:28 -0700 2008 1 31 Home Cooking 0 4125581 Hello- the age old debate between husband and wife. We have a 5# chuck pot roast - it is BIG. We are having the boss's family over for dinner and need a perfect roast. Should we roast it whole - for how long or cut it in half and for how long? Thanks in advance for your help! Thu Oct 23 20:59:28 -0700 2008 155607 reets 1 4125636 Its he boss' family, right? Keep it whole, keep it impressive. I'd say a 3.5 to 4 hour braise and that puppy will be fork tender. With a nice braise, you can even do it ahead then warm for dinner. Thu Oct 23 21:43:40 -0700 2008 4125581 176627 porker