Fall Apart Pot Roast Recipe
Description
Fall apart pot roast is a classic, comforting meal that is perfect for those chilly autumn days. This recipe has all the flavors of a traditional pot roast, with an extra twist—it is cooked low and slow in the slow cooker, making it incredibly tender and flavorful. The end result is a beautifully cooked roast that has a rich gravy with all the flavors of the herbs and vegetables, as well as a delicious side of mashed potatoes. Serve this with a side salad and some crusty bread, and you’ll have a meal that is sure to please the whole family.
Prep Time
This recipe requires 15 minutes of prep time. This includes washing and cutting the vegetables, seasoning the roast, browning the roast and vegetables, and assembling the slow cooker. Once all the ingredients are prepped, the slow cooker does all the work for you, so you can set it and forget it.
Cook Time
This recipe requires 8-10 hours of cook time in the slow cooker. This is the perfect meal for busy days, when you can just set it and forget it, as the slow cooker does all the work for you. The long cooking time ensures that the roast will be incredibly tender and juicy.
Ingredients
- 2-3 lb pot roast
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
1. Begin by prepping the vegetables and the roast. Wash and dice the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic. Season the roast with the rosemary, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the roast and brown on each side for 3-4 minutes.
3. Transfer the roast to the slow cooker. Add the garlic, onion, carrots, celery, and beef broth.
4. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the roast is fork tender.
5. Serve the roast with mashed potatoes and the remaining gravy. Enjoy!
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Large pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
Notes
For a thicker gravy, mix together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Once the roast is cooked, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 38g
Recipe Tips
For a richer flavor, substitute the beef broth for red wine. You can also add in other vegetables, such as potatoes, mushrooms, and bell peppers. If you’re short on time, you can reduce the cook time to 6 hours on high, or 4 hours on low.
If you’re looking for a meal that is sure to impress, look no further than this delicious fall apart pot roast. It is a comforting, hearty meal that is packed with flavor, and is the perfect meal for a cozy night in. Enjoy!
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