SUSAN'S SUNDAY POT ROAST

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This is the basic version, You can thicken the jus to a gravy, add zucchini, summer squash, green beans or other veggies as desired. We love LOTS of carrots so add as much as you like. My familiy likes this served over rice.

Provided by Susan Din

Categories     Roasts

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3-5 lb chuck roast, shoulder roast, texas broil
3-4 medium garlic cloves quartered
2 tsp each-salt and pepper mixed in a small bowl
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large jumbo onion, quartered
3 large stalks celery cut in chunks or slices
1/2 c optional-dry red wine
2 cubes knorr beef bouillon, or equivilent and water to cover/or canned beef broth to cover
2-3 sprig(s) fresh thyme, or 1 tsp dry thyme
1-2 lb carrots, peeled and cut however you desire-chunks, sticks etc.
2-3 lb potatoes, peeled and quartered
optional-squashes, beans, other vegetables as desired
optional-1 can tomatoes

Steps:

  • 1. Using a paring knife, cut deep narrow slits down into the meat and stuff each pocket with a sliver of garlic and a large pinch of salt/pepper mixed.
  • 2. Heat oil in a dutch oven over medium high, and deeply brown both sides of the roast. Remove to a plate and add the onion and celery, and cook stirring for 2-3 minutes.
  • 3. Add the wine if using, deglazing the pan, or just add the water/broth to deglaze.
  • 4. Add the bouillon cubes, and meat to the pan(make sure to get all the juices from the plate) Bring to a boil over high, reduce heat to a simmer.
  • 5. Add the carrots and thyme to the pot, cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • 6. Check liquid level, add potatoes and other veggies if using. Cover and cook another 60 minutes.
  • 7. At the 2 hour point, check the meat for tenderness, and cook additional time if needed. Add more liquid at any point if needed. Adjust salt/pepper. Serve as desired.

Richard Mordew (Mordew Sr)
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This recipe is a must-try! The roast was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Jahid Sajib
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The roast is always tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The gravy is also delicious. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it cook all day. It's th


Barbara Jarrett
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This was my first time making pot roast, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The roast was so tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The gravy was also delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a pe


Mayadul Islam
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I made this recipe for my family last weekend, and they loved it! The roast was so tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The gravy was also delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Anton Alstes
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This recipe is a must-try! The roast was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaelyne Paul
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The roast is always tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The gravy is also delicious. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it cook all day. It's th


Yaseen Sial
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This was my first time making pot roast, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The roast was so tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The gravy was also delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a pe


Malang Ji
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last weekend, and it was a huge success! The roast was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. The gravy was also delicious. I received so many compliments on the meal, and I'm sure I'll b


bethany quinn
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This recipe is a keeper! The pot roast was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The gravy was so flavorful, I could have eaten it by itself. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jeovonnie Humphrey
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I've tried many pot roast recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The meat is always so tender and juicy, and the gravy is amazing. I love that I can throw everything in the pot and let it cook all day. It's the perfect comfort fo


Ramzan Boss
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This roast was fall-apart tender and incredibly flavorful. The gravy was rich and delicious, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a huge hit with my family. I'll definitely be making t