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Pot Roast with Tender Potatoes and Carrots

A comforting pot roast recipe featuring tender chunks of beef, potatoes, and carrots, perfect for a home-cooked meal.

  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs chuck roast
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4–5 large Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 4–5 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1–2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1–2 teaspoons onion powder
  • Optional: 1 cup red wine or balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, brown the roast on all sides over medium-high heat.
  3. Add potatoes and carrots to the pot.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add garlic powder and onion powder.
  5. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 4-5 hours for small roasts and 6-8 hours for larger ones.
  6. Test the roast with a fork; it should be tender and easily shred.
  7. Let meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve with bread dipped in the juices.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a chunked onion and let it cook with the roast. This dish tastes better the next day.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: pot roast, comfort food, slow cooker, beef, vegetables