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Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe Easy Tender Veggies Perfect Comfort Meal

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A cozy and easy slow cooker pot roast with tender veggies that delivers rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for family dinners and comfort meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with extra broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing, optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery into large chunks. Mince garlic cloves. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast 4-5 minutes per side until browned. Do not overcrowd the pan; brown in batches if needed.
  4. Place the chopped carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Pour this mixture over the veggies in the slow cooker.
  6. Set the seared beef chuck roast on top of the veggie bed. Spoon some of the liquid over the top to keep it moist.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until beef is fork-tender and veggies are soft but not mushy.
  8. Test the roast with a fork; it should pull apart easily. If not tender enough, cook an additional 30-60 minutes and check again.
  9. Remove the roast and veggies to a serving platter. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  10. For thicker gravy, skim some cooking liquid into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, and reduce slightly.

Notes

Searing the beef before slow cooking adds rich flavor and improves texture. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain heat. For gluten-free adaptation, verify Worcestershire sauce ingredients or substitute with coconut aminos. Large veggie chunks prevent mushiness. Leftovers store well in fridge up to 4 days or frozen up to 3 months. Reheat gently with broth or water to retain moisture.

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