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Pot Roast

Mouthwatering Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

This mouthwatering pot roast is a comforting family favorite that transforms a simple roast into a tender masterpiece.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

For the Roast

  • 3-4 lb Chuck roast ideal for tenderness
  • 1 tablespoon Salt for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Black pepper for seasoning

For the Cooking

  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil for searing
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced

For the Broth and Seasoning

  • 4 cups Beef broth for cooking
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for flavor

For the Vegetables

  • 3 medium Carrots chunked
  • 4 medium Potatoes chunked
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped

For the Herbs

  • 2 sprigs Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Thyme
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pot Roast

  • Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season it with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
  • Sauté chopped onion in the same pot for 3-4 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  • Return the roast to the pot, add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and surround it with carrots, potatoes, celery, herbs, and bay leaves.
  • Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 3-4 hours until tender.
  • Remove the roast and veggies, discard bay leaves, slice the roast, and serve with vegetables and cooking liquid.

Notes

This pot roast recipe invites the family to share in the cooking experience, ensuring laughter and love around the dinner table.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 50gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Keyword beef, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, pot roast, slow cooker
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