Get ready for a delightful, soul-warming meal with this Amish-Style Pot Roast. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish delivers a burst of hearty, comforting flavors with tender beef, perfectly seasoned vegetables, and a rich, savory gravy. It’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying recipe that will make you feel like you’re enjoying a home-cooked meal straight from an Amish kitchen.
Amish-Style Pot Roast
Introduction
Amish-style cooking is all about hearty, simple, and flavorful meals made from scratch, and this Amish-Style Pot Roast is no exception. Slowly cooked until the beef is fall-apart tender, the flavors meld together to create a comforting and delicious meal that’s perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. The rich gravy that develops during the slow cooking process pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 large carrots, cut into chunks
- 4 medium potatoes, quartered
- 2-3 stalks of celery, cut into chunks
- 1 cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)