Description
A delicious and hearty slow cooker pot roast recipe inspired by Amish cooking traditions, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and potatoes around the roast.
- In a bowl, mix beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and thyme, then pour over the roast and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the meat is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the meat and serve with the vegetables and broth.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Amish, Pot Roast, Family Dinner, Hearty Meal