Description
A comforting and tender pot roast made in a crock pot, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 lbs chuck roast
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 large carrots, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chuck roast dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the roast for about 3-4 minutes per side until it forms a crust.
- Layer the seared chuck roast in the crock pot.
- Top with chopped carrots, quartered potatoes, sliced onions, and minced garlic.
- Sprinkle thyme and rosemary over the top.
- Pour in beef broth until it nearly covers the vegetables, leaving some roast exposed.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Notes
For added flavor, consider including a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce or additional herbs like paprika or bay leaves. Leftovers can be used for sandwiches or tacos.
