Best 4 Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast Plus Extras Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our exceptional Slow Cooker Pot Roast recipe, a classic comfort food elevated to new heights. This delectable dish features tender and flavorful beef chuck roast braised in a savory blend of herbs, spices, and vegetables, resulting in a fall-off-the-bone masterpiece. As the aroma fills your kitchen, you'll know you're in for a treat.

But that's not all! This versatile recipe offers a treasure trove of additional culinary delights. Discover the secrets of creating a rich and flavorful gravy, perfect for smothering your pot roast and mashed potatoes. Elevate your meal with a medley of roasted vegetables, caramelized to perfection, adding a symphony of colors and flavors to your plate. And for a touch of freshness, whip up a zesty horseradish sauce that will tantalize your taste buds.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, this article will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring success in your culinary endeavor. So gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a journey of taste and satisfaction. The ultimate Slow Cooker Pot Roast experience awaits!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER POT ROAST



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Get a head start on dinner with this fresh take on a slow-simmered, all-in-one meal that makes clean-up a breeze.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 6h25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon cornstarch
8 medium carrots, cut into thirds
2 medium onions, each cut into 8 wedges
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 beef chuck roast (3 pounds), trimmed of excess fat
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In slow cooker, stir together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth. Add carrots and onions; season with salt and pepper, and toss.
  • Sprinkle roast with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; place on top of vegetables, and drizzle with Worcestershire. Cover; cook on high, 6 hours (or on low, 10 hours).
  • Transfer roast to a cutting board; thinly slice against the grain. Place vegetables in a serving dish; pour pan juices through a fine-mesh sieve, if desired. Serve roast with vegetables and pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 g, Fat 31 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 34 g

AWESOME SLOW COOKER POT ROAST



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This is a very easy recipe for a delicious pot roast. It makes its own gravy. It's designed especially for the working person who does not have time to cook all day, but it tastes like you did. You'll want the cut to be between 5 and 6 pounds.

Provided by Brenda Arnold

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Beef     Pot Roast Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 ¼ cups water
5 ½ pounds pot roast

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, mix cream of mushroom soup, dry onion soup mix and water. Place pot roast in slow cooker and coat with soup mixture.
  • Cook on High setting for 3 to 4 hours, or on Low setting for 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 126.8 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 638.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SLOW-COOKER POT ROAST



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I work full time, so this slow cooker roast beef is my go-to when I want a hearty, home cooked meal. It's a comfort to walk in and smell this simmering slow cooker pot roast that I know will be fall-apart tender and delicious. -Gina Jackson, Ogdensburg, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon beef base
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, whisk water and beef base; add mushrooms, onion and garlic. Sprinkle roast with pepper; transfer to slow cooker. Drizzle with Worcestershire sauce. Cook roast, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast to a serving platter; tent with foil. Strain cooking juices, reserving vegetables. Skim fat from cooking juices. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; gradually whisk in cooking juices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cooked vegetables. Serve with roast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SLOW COOKER POT ROAST



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Taking the time to make a smooth, thick gravy for this slow-cooked dinner is worth it. As the pot roast cooks, the water and juices from the vegetables and meat will thin the gravy out, creating just the right consistency.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 4-pound beef chuck roast
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, mashed
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
3 cups low-sodium beef broth
3 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the roast all over with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Coat in flour and shake off any excess. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the roast to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8 minutes, turning as needed. Transfer the roast to the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker, along with the carrots, celery, onions and garlic.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet over medium heat. Add the tomato paste and stir until the oil begins to turn brick-red, about 1 minute. Add the flour and wine and whisk until thick (it's OK if there are some lumps). Add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a simmer, whisking, until the gravy is smooth and thickens slightly, about 4 minutes.
  • Pour the gravy into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. The roast and vegetables should be tender.
  • Remove the roast and let rest for a few minutes. Discard the thyme stems and strain the vegetables, reserving the gravy. Toss the vegetables with half the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Stir the remaining parsley into the gravy and season with salt and pepper. Slice the roast against the grain. Serve the meat and vegetables on a platter, moistening them with some of the gravy; serve the remaining gravy on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef for pot roast. Chuck roast, rump roast, and brisket are all good choices, as they have a lot of connective tissue that will break down during cooking and make the meat tender.
  • Brown the meat before cooking it in the slow cooker. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Use a flavorful liquid for cooking the pot roast. Beef broth, red wine, or even beer are all good choices.
  • Add vegetables to the slow cooker along with the pot roast. Carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes are all classic choices, but you can also add other vegetables that you like.
  • Season the pot roast generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices and herbs to taste.
  • Cook the pot roast on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours. The meat should be fall-apart tender when it is done.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

There you have it, eight delicious and succulent pot roast recipes that are sure to impress your family and friends. From classic pot roast to more adventurous creations like Guinness pot roast and Asian-inspired pot roast, there's something for everyone in this collection. So fire up your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a hearty and comforting meal that's perfect for a cold winter day.

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