Making a slow cooker roast is a convenient and delicious way to prepare a hearty meal. Here’s a simple recipe for a slow cooker pot roast:
Ingredients:
- 3-4 pounds chuck roast
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy, if desired)
Instructions: