Slow Cooker Pot Roast
About this recipe
If you're looking for a comforting and hearty meal, this slow cooker pot roast is a fantastic choice. It's all about tender beef, flavorful veggies, and a rich broth that makes it perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.
This recipe from Allrecipes is straightforward and relies on a few key ingredients to create a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The slow cooking process ensures that the chuck roast becomes incredibly tender, while the vegetables add depth and flavor.
Ingredient notes
- Use a well-marbled 4 lb chuck roast for the best tenderness.
- You can substitute the 1 cup of water with low-sodium beef broth or burgundy wine for a richer flavor.
- Yukon Gold or red potatoes are recommended as they hold their shape better than russet potatoes.
Tips from Allrecipes’s video
- Searing the chuck roast before adding it to the slow cooker deepens the flavor, but you can skip this step if you're short on time.
- Don't skimp on the cooking time; the roast needs 8 to 10 hours on low to become fork tender.
Good to know
- What type of roast should I use for this recipe?
- Look for a well-marbled 4 lb chuck roast for the most tender results.
- Can I substitute the water in the recipe?
- Yes, you can substitute the 1 cup of water with low-sodium beef broth or burgundy wine.
- How long should I cook the pot roast?
- Cook the roast on the low setting for 8 to 10 hours.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Allrecipes: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Heat a large skillet over high heat and add olive oil.
- 2
Sear the chuck roast on all sides until it is nice and brown.
- 3
Transfer the roast to your slow cooker.
- 4
Add the dry onion soup mix and water (or substitute with broth or wine).
- 5
Chop the carrots into 2-inch pieces and add them to the slow cooker.
- 6
Chop the onion and add it to the slow cooker.
- 7
Peel and cut the potatoes into pieces, then add them to the slow cooker.
- 8
Finely chop the celery and add it to the slow cooker.
- 9
Cover the slow cooker and cook the roast on the low setting for 8 to 10 hours.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of olive oil is inferred as a common amount for searing meat.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Allrecipes’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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