Best 7 Bavarian Pot Roast Recipes

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Bavarian pot roast, a classic dish of Southern Germany, offers a hearty and flavorful meal that perfectly embodies the region's culinary traditions. This delectable dish, often referred to as "Bayerischer Schmorbraten" in German, is renowned for its succulent meat, rich gravy, and aromatic spices, making it a favorite among food enthusiasts worldwide. In this comprehensive article, we will explore the secrets of creating the best Bavarian pot roast, guiding you through every step of the cooking process to ensure an extraordinary dining experience.

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BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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Since all my grandparents were German, it's no wonder that so many Bavarian recipes have been handed down to me. Because the Midwest has such a large German population, I feel this recipe represents the area well. -Susan Robertson, Hamilton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1-1/4 cups water
3/4 cup beer or beef broth
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil. Brown roast on all sides. Meanwhile, combine water, beer, tomato sauce, onion, sugar, vinegar, salt, cinnamon, bay leaf, pepper and ginger. Pour over meat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is tender, 2-1/2-3 hours., Remove meat and slice. Discard bay leaf. If desired, thicken pan juices for gravy. Freeze option: Place sliced pot roast in freezer containers; top with cooking juices. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

MOTHER'S BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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This was something Mother made often when I was a child. She frequently served it over nice, wide, egg noodles.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 lbs rump roast or 5 lbs sirloin tip roast
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar, Apple Cider
1 cup water
12 ounces beer
1 cup tomato sauce
2/3 cup yellow onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
flour (to dust meat and to thicken gravy as needed)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Dust the meat with flour, salt and pepper. Brown the meat on all sides in the oil in a dutch oven or any large pot.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients and pour over the meat, cover and simmer for 3 hours or until tender. If you have the luxury to let it simmer for 6-8 hours, even better.
  • Thicken the gravy with flour.
  • Sliced mushrooms may be added to gravy.
  • I is nice served over wide egg noodles.

DUTCH OVEN BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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I've lived on a farm all my life, and this is one of our favorite meals. My family and the rural community in which we live have a strong German background. This Bavarian roast is a special treat and makes the best gravy!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h55m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 beef chuck pot roast (about 5 pounds)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 cups apple juice
1 cup water
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
8 to 12 ounces fresh whole mushrooms

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over high and brown meat on all sides. Combine all remaining ingredients except mushrooms; pour over meat. Cover and reduce heat to simmer. Cook 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender. Transfer met to platter; keep warm. Add mushrooms to cooking juices; simmer 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove mushrooms and spoon over roast. , Meanwhile, reduce cooking juices to desired thickness by cooking over high heat. Spoon a portion of the gravy over roast and pass the rest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

TENDER BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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I grew up eating pot roast but disliked it until I got this recipe at a church social. My 7-year-old especially enjoys the seasoned apple gravy. -Patricia Gasmund, Rockford, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 beef top round roast (4 pounds)
1-1/2 cups apple juice
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
2 to 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, brown roast on all sides over medium-high heat. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a bowl, combine the juice, tomato sauce, onion, vinegar, salt, cinnamon and ginger; pour over roast. Cover and cook on high for 5-7 hours., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices until well combined. Cover and cook 1 hour longer or until the meat is tender and gravy begins to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAVARIAN POT ROAST FOR 6



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"I grew up eating pot roast but disliked it until I got this recipe and changed a few ingredients," says Patricia Gasmund from Rockford, Illinois. "My 7-year old especially loves the seasoned apple gravy."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 beef top round roast (2 pounds)
1 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. , In a small bowl, combine the juice, tomato sauce, onion, vinegar, ginger, salt and cinnamon; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices until well combined. , Cover and cook 1 hour longer or until the meat is tender and gravy begins to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 531mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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This started from an old clipped out Taste of Home recipe that I used up and had to hand write out. It's the only one I've seen without apples in it. It is pretty darned scrumptious, but then it is served over noodles so...how can it not be?

Provided by Linda Mericle

Categories     Roasts

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb boneless chuck roast
2 Tbsp oil
1 c water (or half apple juice)
1 c beef broth or beer
8 oz tomato sauce
1 onion diced
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp vinegar
2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp each pepper and ginger
1 Tbsp corn or tapioca starch, mixed with a little water.

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the roast up into 3-4 pieces. Brown in a dutch oven in hot oil, until browned an all sides.
  • 2. Lay the chopped onions over the beef. Mix the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and pour over all. Set to a low simmer for 2 1/2-3 hours, checking occasionally to add water if it gets too dry. You want enough sauce to make a gravy afterwards.
  • 3. When the meat is tender, remove from pan and set aside to stay warm. If needed, add some beef broth to the sauce to make about 2 cups. Bring to a boil. Mix 1 Tablespoon corn or tapioca starch into a little water to make a paste and add to the sauce, stirring with a whisk, simmering until thickened.
  • 4. Serve the meat and some sauce over noodles. (I used whole wheat egg noodles). Serve the rest of the sauce on the side.

BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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Number Of Ingredients 14

1 boneless beef chuck pot roast (about 3 pounds)
2 tablespoons cooking oils
1-1/4 cups water
3/4 cup beer or beef broth
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
cornstarch and water, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown roast in hot oil. Combine water, beer or broth, tomato sauce, onion, sugar, vinegar, salt, cinnamon, bay leaf, pepper and ginger. Pour over meat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat cover and simmer until meat is tender, for 2-1/2 to 3 hours. Remove meat. Discard bay leaf. If desired, thicken juices with cornstarch and water.© Copyright Reiman Publications, 1993-1997

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Choose chuck roast or brisket for a tender and flavorful pot roast.
  • Brown the meat in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat to create a rich, caramelized crust.
  • Use a variety of vegetables for a colorful and flavorful pot roast. Good choices include carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and parsnips.
  • Add a flavorful liquid to the pot roast, such as beef broth, red wine, or beer. This will help to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
  • Season the pot roast generously with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Common choices include garlic, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
  • Cook the pot roast on low heat for several hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or spaetzle.

Conclusion:

Bavarian pot roast is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can easily create a delicious and satisfying pot roast that your family and friends will love.

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