Slow Cooker Pot Roast (Print version)

Tender slow-cooked beef with savory vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for a hearty meal.

# What You Need:

→ Pot Roast

01 - 3 lbs beef chuck roast
02 - 1 tbsp kosher salt
03 - 1 tsp black pepper
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 large onion, sliced
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
08 - 3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
09 - 2 cups gluten-free beef broth
10 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
11 - 1 tbsp gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
14 - 2 bay leaves

→ Mashed Potatoes

15 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
16 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
17 - ½ cup whole milk
18 - 1 tsp salt
19 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

20 - Chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make:

01 - Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season all sides evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
03 - Add sliced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery around the roast inside the slow cooker.
04 - Whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaves in a bowl. Pour the mixture over the roast and vegetables.
05 - Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
06 - About 40 minutes before serving, place the peeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
07 - Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add unsalted butter and whole milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adding additional milk as needed for desired consistency.
08 - Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let rest for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Shred or slice the beef as preferred.
09 - Arrange mashed potatoes on plates, top with pot roast and vegetables, drizzle with pan juices, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Effortless slow-cooking locks in flavor and tenderness.
  • Rich, robust gravy made from natural pan juices.
  • Comforting combination of protein, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes.
  • Gluten-free option available with ingredient choices.
  • Perfect for family dinners and special occasions alike.
02 -
  • Sear the roast well to develop deep flavor and a beautiful crust.
  • Use a slow cooker of 6-quart or larger for best results.
  • Let the meat rest before slicing to retain juices.
  • Adjust milk quantity in mashed potatoes to reach desired creaminess.
  • For a richer gravy, thicken with cornstarch slurry after cooking.
  • Check Worcestershire sauce for anchovies if allergies are a concern.
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