Imagine walking into your home after a long day, greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of a perfectly slow-cooked beef roast that practically melts in your mouth. This isn't just any ordinary meal - this is a culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into a hearty, soul-warming dish that will have your entire family rushing to the dinner table. Our Crock Pot Beef Roast recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal that promises tender, juicy meat and perfectly cooked vegetables with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 pounds beef roast
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 cup water
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, quartered
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Rinse the beef roast under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. This helps to remove any excess moisture and allows for better browning.
- In a large bowl, combine the onion soup mix and 1 cup of water. Stir until the mix is fully dissolved. This will serve as a flavorful broth for your roast.
- Place the beef roast in the crock pot. Pour the onion soup mixture over the roast, ensuring it is well coated.
- Next, prepare your vegetables. Peel and chop the carrots into 1-inch pieces, quarter the potatoes, and chop the celery into bite-sized pieces. Add all the chopped vegetables to the crock pot around the roast.
- For additional flavor, you can season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste. This is optional, but it enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours. This slow cooking method allows the beef to become tender and the flavors to meld together.
- After 8 hours of cooking, carefully remove the lid and check the roast for doneness. The beef should be fork-tender and the vegetables should be soft.
- Using tongs, remove the beef roast from the crock pot and place it on a cutting board. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices within the meat.
- Slice the roast against the grain into thick pieces. Serve the beef slices alongside the cooked carrots, potatoes, and celery, spooning some of the flavorful broth over the top.
- Enjoy your delicious crock pot beef roast, perfect for family gatherings or a comforting dinner!
Tips
- Choose the Right Cut: For the most tender results, select a chuck roast or shoulder roast with good marbling.
- Pat the Meat Dry: Always pat your beef roast dry before cooking to ensure better browning and flavor development.
- Don't Rush the Cooking: Slow cooking is key - resist the temptation to increase the temperature, as low and slow creates the most tender meat.
- Layer Ingredients Strategically: Place vegetables at the bottom of the crock pot and the roast on top to allow them to cook in the flavorful meat juices.
- Let it Rest: After cooking, allow the roast to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to help retain its juices.
- Slice Against the Grain: Always slice the beef roast against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.
- Save the Broth: The cooking liquid is packed with flavor - save it to make gravy or use as a base for future soups and stews.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 253kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 44mg
