Description
This Slow-Cooked Pot Roast is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. The tender meat, rich sauce, and aromatic vegetables make it a comforting meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb (1.5–2 kg) chuck roast or beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional, or substitute with more broth)
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat: Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove the roast and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Deglaze the Pot: Add red wine (if using) and scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce. If not using wine, deglaze with beef broth.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well, then add rosemary and thyme.
- Return the Roast to the Pot: Place the seared roast back in the pot, ensuring liquid covers about halfway up the sides. Cover with a tight-fitting lid.
- Slow Cook:
- Oven: Preheat to 325°F (165°C). Cook for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Slow Cooker: Transfer everything and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Serve: Remove the roast, let it rest for a few minutes, then shred or slice as desired. Return shredded meat to the pot to soak up the sauce or serve with sauce drizzled on top.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot alongside mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of the roast.
- For extra flavor, marinate the roast overnight with seasonings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours (oven) or 8 hours (slow cooker)
- Category: main course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg