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Melt-in-Your-Mouth 5-Star Pot Roast

A hearty and comforting pot roast that cooks to tender perfection in a slow cooker, filled with savory vegetables and rich gravy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 490
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast Choose a well-marbled cut for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium carrots, chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, chopped Alternatively, use one large sweet potato.
  • 2 cups beef broth Ensure Halal certification.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sear the Roast: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, and sear on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil (if required) and add the chopped onion. Cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Add Vegetables: Layer the chopped carrots and potatoes around the roast in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and additional salt and pepper. Pour this mixture over the roast and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  3. Cook: Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, remove the roast and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the cooked vegetables and drizzle with the warm gravy from the slow cooker.

Notes

For best results, sear the beef chuck roast before adding it to the slow cooker. Ensure not to lift the lid during cooking to maintain temperature.