BEST POT ROAST

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My husband and I used to raise cattle, so I prepared a lot of beef. This old-fashioned pot roast is the best, smooth gravy is a tempting topper for the tender, flavorful meat. I like to serve it with crisp potato pancakes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 rolled boneless beef chuck roast (6 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil
Salt and coarsely ground pepper
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
1 celery rib, coarsely chopped
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
2 bay leaves
GRAVY:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 to 5 drops hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown roast in oil on all sides. Transfer to a large roasting pan; season with salt and pepper. Add the onion, carrots and celery. , In a large saucepan, bring the water, broth and bay leaves to a boil. Pour over roast and vegetables. Cover and bake at 350° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender, turning once. , Remove roast to a serving platter and keep warm. For gravy, strain pan juices, reserving 2 cups. Discard vegetables and bay leaves. , In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in lemon juice and hot pepper sauce. Serve with roast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

niraj gurung
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I used a cup of cooked rice, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was thick and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious


Leah Grima
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover cheese. I used a block of cheddar cheese that I had in the fridge, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it over mashed p


sabiha hussan
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I used a loaf of stale French bread, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was thick and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a


Bongani Sigonyela
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover wine. I used a bottle of red wine that I had opened for a party, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it over mashed pot


Chemonges Zahir
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to feed a crowd. I made it for a party of 20 people, and there was plenty of food to go around. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and


Noti Dilshan
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to save money. I used a chuck roast that was on sale, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and it


Georgina Cox
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I used a bag of frozen mixed vegetables, and they turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was thick and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes, an


Abdulrazaq Abdulrazaq
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I've made this pot roast recipe several times for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is delicious. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes, but it's also great over rice or noodles.


Yusuf Imran
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it over roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a meal that everyone raved about.


Twesigye Fred da great
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I made this pot roast in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was fall-apart tender, and the gravy was thick and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Nako Kofe
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This pot roast recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I used a chuck roast that I had in the freezer, and it turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it over mashed potatoes and g


george awunyo
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I'm not a big fan of pot roast, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was amazing. I served it over egg noodles, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


RainbowGaming2.0
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This was my first time making pot roast, and I was really happy with the results. The recipe was easy to follow, and the pot roast turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and juicy, and the gravy was delicious. I will definitely be making this agai


nobuhle mnisi
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I've made this pot roast recipe several times now, and it's always a success. It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The meat is always fall-apart tender, and the gravy is thick and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Salman Mehboob
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This pot roast recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.