Description
Classic Pot Roast (Crockpot) is the epitome of comfort food, offering tender, flavorful meat and hearty vegetables that cook together to create a savory dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With minimal preparation, this one-pot wonder fills your home with mouthwatering aromas as it simmers throughout the day. The unique blend of spices elevates the classic roast to new heights, ensuring a meal that delights everyone at the table. Serve it with fresh bread or a crisp salad for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 – 3 lbs boneless chuck roast
- 3 carrots (roughly chopped)
- 3 celery stalks (roughly chopped)
- 2 sweet onions (sliced)
- 4 russet potatoes (peeled & chopped)
- 2 heaping tbsp minced garlic
- 6 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup beef stock
- Various spices: salt, black pepper, rosemary, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 stick of salted butter
Instructions
- Pat the chuck roast dry and bring it to room temperature.
- In a crockpot, layer carrots, celery, onions, minced garlic, half the salt and pepper, and half the butter.
- Add peeled and chopped potatoes with remaining salt and pepper. Pour Worcestershire sauce over them.
- Rub olive oil on both sides of the chuck roast and season generously with spices. Apply tomato paste to both sides.
- Mix beef stock and cornstarch in a measuring cup; pour over vegetables in the crockpot. Place the seasoned roast on top and add remaining butter.
- Cover and cook on high for 6–8 hours or low for 8–10 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg