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Crock Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots Recipe

Crock Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots Recipe

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This Crock Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hearty family meal. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, creating a tender and delicious roast with savory vegetables.

Ingredients

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For the Roast:

  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 2 cups potatoes (baby or fingerling potatoes sliced in half)
  • 3 large carrots (roughly cut into large chunks)
  • 5 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 small shallot (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Gravy:

  • 2 cups beef bone broth
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp horseradish
  • 1 tsp arrowroot

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Place potatoes, carrots, shallots, and garlic into the slow cooker. Add half of the fresh herbs.
  2. Season and Cook the Roast: Season beef roast with salt and pepper and place on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
  3. Make the Sauce: Mix beef bone broth, red wine vinegar, and dijon mustard. Pour over the beef and vegetables. Rub horseradish into the roast. Add the remaining fresh herbs to the top.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and falls apart.
  5. Thicken the Gravy: To thicken the gravy, heat 1 cup of cooking liquid on the stove until bubbling. Mix 1 tsp arrowroot with 1 tsp water, then add to the gravy and pour over the beef roast.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, sear the beef roast before placing it in the slow cooker.
  • You can add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips for variety.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.

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Keywords: Crock Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Roast, Beef Roast Recipe, Pot Roast with Vegetables