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Easy Tender Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast Recipe for Perfect Comfort Meal

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A simple, no-stress slow cooker beef pot roast recipe that delivers rich, tender beef with minimal effort, perfect for cozy dinners and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast, well-marbled
  • Salt and pepper, to season
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced or smashed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, quartered (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Generously season all sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the roast for about 4-5 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
  3. While searing, slice the onion, peel and chop the carrots, and cut celery into chunks. Quarter the potatoes if using.
  4. Place the onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  5. Place the seared roast on top of the vegetables.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Pour evenly over the roast and vegetables.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is fork-tender and pulls apart easily.
  8. Remove bay leaves. Transfer roast to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Serve vegetables alongside the beef. For thicker gravy, simmer cooking liquid in a saucepan until reduced.

Notes

Searing the beef before slow cooking adds rich flavor and texture. If the roast isn’t tender after 8 hours, continue cooking for another 30 minutes to an hour. Avoid overcrowding the slow cooker to ensure even cooking. Let the roast rest before slicing to keep juices locked in. For thicker gravy, reduce the cooking liquid on the stove.

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