Country Pot Roast Recipe
Pot roast is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to prepare and is perfect for a family meal on a chilly day. Country-style pot roast is a twist on the traditional dish, with a few extra ingredients that add a lot of flavor to the roast. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Description
Country-style pot roast is a classic comfort food dish that is sure to please the entire family. It is full of flavor, and the beef becomes so tender that it almost melts in your mouth. Carrots, potatoes, and onions are cooked alongside the beef, giving it a delicious flavor. The beef and vegetables are cooked in a flavorful beef broth, adding depth to the dish.
Prep Time
Preparing this pot roast is easy and requires little effort. The ingredients will need to be prepped, such as cutting the carrots into large chunks, slicing the onions, and cubing the potatoes. This should take about 10 minutes. The beef will then need to be seasoned with salt and pepper, which should take about 5 minutes. Once the ingredients are ready, the pot roast can be put together in about 10 minutes.
Cook Time
Once the ingredients are prepped, the pot roast will need to cook for about 3 hours on the stovetop or in the oven. The beef should be cooked until it is tender and the vegetables should be cooked until they are fork-tender. The pot roast can be cooked on low heat, so that the beef does not become tough.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 carrots, cut into large chunks
- 3 potatoes, cubed
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
- 2 cups of beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. 3. Once the oil is hot, season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. 4. Add the chuck roast to the pot and brown it on all sides. 5. Once the roast is browned, add the onion, carrots, potatoes, garlic, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. 6. Pour the beef broth over the roast and vegetables. 7. Cover the pot and place it in the preheated oven. 8. Bake for 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are fork-tender. 9. Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven mitts
Notes
This pot roast can be cooked on the stovetop as well. To cook on the stovetop, follow the instructions up to step 6. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer the pot roast for 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are fork-tender.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 554
- Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 50g
Recipe Tips
This pot roast is delicious served with mashed potatoes or rice. If you want to add extra flavor to the dish, try adding some fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or oregano. You can also add some red wine to the pot to give the dish an extra layer of flavor.
If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the pot roast for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply thaw in the refrigerator and then reheat in the oven or on the stove.
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