Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast Magic
Learn how to make delicious Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds of beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Feel free to swap out the vegetables based on what you have on hand or prefer. Parsnips or turnips would be delightful additions or substitutes. And for those looking to reduce sodium, consider using a low-sodium beef broth.
Instructions
- Start by searing the beef. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef chuck roast and sear it on all sides until browned. This step is crucial as it locks in flavor.
- Transfer the seared beef to your slow cooker. Add the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic around the roast.
- In a small bowl, mix the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef and vegetables are tender. The slow, gentle cooking allows the flavors to develop beautifully.
- About 20 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir this into the liquid in the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
One tip from my grandma: always taste as you go. Adjust the seasonings to your liking; after all, cooking is all about personal preference.
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