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Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes to 10 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Slow Cooker Pot Roast recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cozy nights. It features a tender chuck roast cooked low and slow with vegetables, herbs, and savory plant-based ingredients that create a rich, melt-in-your-mouth meal. Easy to prepare with flexible variations, this recipe guarantees a hearty, satisfying experience that fills your home with inviting aromas.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
  • 4 large carrots, chopped into chunks
  • 4 medium potatoes, chopped into chunks
  • 2 medium onions, chopped into chunks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, diced

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 1/4 cup vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 3 cups beef broth (plant-based)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (natural)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary (natural)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt (natural), to taste
  • Black pepper (natural), to taste
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • Oil, for searing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat and Vegetables: Pat your chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and black pepper. Chop the carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic into hearty chunks to maintain texture through the slow cooking. Dice the smoked turkey bacon to sprinkle in layers of smoky richness.
  2. Sear the Meat: Heat a bit of oil in a skillet and sear the roast on all sides until it develops a beautiful golden crust. This step locks in the flavor and creates a caramelized base for the broth.
  3. Layer Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Lay the diced smoked turkey bacon at the bottom of your slow cooker, then place the seared roast on top. Surround with chopped vegetables and sprinkle minced garlic evenly. Add the thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and a generous splash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce.
  4. Add Liquids and Cook: Pour in the plant-based beef broth and stir in the natural tomato paste. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 6 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and full of flavor.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Once cooked, remove the roast and vegetables. Whisk the natural gelling agent into the cooking juices in a saucepan over low heat until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Notes

  • Choose chuck roast for its marbling and tenderness, ideal for slow cooking.
  • Do not skip searing to deepen flavor and lock in juices.
  • Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking and texture.
  • Use fresh herbs to brighten and enhance the dish.
  • Cook slowly on low heat for the most tender meat.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours on low or 4 to 6 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: slow cooker pot roast, plant-based pot roast, easy slow cooker, comfort food, tender roast recipe

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