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Good Pot Roast Recipe Crock Pot

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Description

A good pot roast recipe is a classic favorite. It is a hearty and comforting meal that can be made in the slow cooker, or crock pot, making it a great option for busy weeknights. This particular recipe is simple yet flavorful, with a combination of beef chuck roast, vegetables, herbs and spices. The slow cooking process helps the beef to become ultra tender and the vegetables to become perfectly cooked. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Prep Time

This recipe requires about 10 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy weeknights. You’ll need to chop the vegetables and mix the spices together prior to adding them to the slow cooker. You’ll also need to trim any excess fat from the chuck roast prior to adding it to the slow cooker.

Cook Time

This recipe requires 8-10 hours of cook time in the slow cooker. Since the slow cooker cooks at such a low temperature, it is crucial that you give it plenty of time to properly cook the beef and vegetables. You’ll know it is done when the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lb. beef chuck roast
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and place it in the slow cooker.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots and celery to the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the beef broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, oregano, rosemary, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Serve the pot roast with the vegetables and gravy.

Equipment

This recipe requires a slow cooker, or crock pot, as well as a medium bowl for mixing the ingredients. You will also need a sharp knife for trimming the fat from the chuck roast, and a cutting board for chopping the vegetables.

Notes

Be sure to trim any excess fat from the chuck roast before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to ensure that the pot roast is not too greasy. You can also add other vegetables to the pot roast, such as potatoes, turnips or parsnips. If you’d like, you can also add some red wine to the slow cooker for an extra depth of flavor.

Nutrition: Per Serving

This recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately 250 calories, 25 grams of protein, 10 grams of fat and 10 grams of carbohydrates.

Recipe Tips

When it comes to making a good pot roast, it is important to choose a good quality beef chuck roast. Look for a roast that has a good amount of marbling throughout. This will help to ensure that the pot roast is tender and juicy. You can also add a few tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the slow cooker if you’d like a thicker gravy.


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