Description
A comforting and nostalgic Slow Cooker Pot Roast, filled with rich flavors of tender beef, hearty vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
- 2 Yellow Onions, sliced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 Carrots, chopped
- 4 Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Red), diced
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
- 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Meat: Season beef with salt and pepper. Optional: Sear in a hot skillet for extra flavor.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Cook onions and garlic in the same skillet until softened; deglaze with red wine if desired.
- Load Up the Slow Cooker: Transfer sautéed mixture to the slow cooker, layering carrots, potatoes, and beef, then pour beef broth over.
- Set It and Forget It: Cover and set to low, cooking for about 8 hours.
- Check for Tenderness: Before serving, ensure beef is tender and falls apart easily; thicken sauce if needed.
- Serve it Up: Drizzle broth over pot roast and enjoy with family.
Notes
Browning the meat is optional but enhances flavor. Layer ingredients wisely for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: slow cooker, pot roast, hearty, family recipe, comfort food, beef dinner