Pot roast is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of different cuts of beef, and the cooking method can be adjusted to suit your own preferences. Whether you prefer a slow-cooked pot roast that falls apart at the touch of a fork or a more medium-rare roast with a slightly chewy texture, there is a recipe out there that will suit your taste. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for pot roast, using different cuts of beef and cooking methods. We will also provide tips for choosing the best beef for pot roast, and how to cook it to perfection.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST POT ROAST
The secret to a flavorful pot roast is browning the meat and onions before roasting, which adds a rich meaty flavor and caramelized sweetness. This step is what separates our recipe from many others that use a slow cooker. And also unlike a slow cooker recipe, our sauce is simmered to reduce a little which concentrates the flavors. What you'll end up with is a roast that's fall-apart tender with a velvety sauce and delicious vegetables.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 8h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Sprinkle the roast with 3 tablespoons of the salt, rubbing into the grain and covering all sides. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 3 days.
- Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 275 degrees F.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over high heat. Cook the meat, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high and heat the remaining 4 tablespoons oil in the pot. Cook the onions and the remaining 1 tablespoon salt, stirring occasionally, until browned but not completely cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes (it's ok if the onion wedges break apart). Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until the paste is brick red and the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine and bay leaves and cook, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pot, until slightly reduced and you can no longer smell the alcohol, about 4 minutes. Add the flour, stir to coat the onions and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the broth and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Nestle the meat and any accumulated juices into the onions. Arrange the carrots, celery and potatoes around the roast, pushing them into the onions and surrounding the beef. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook until the meat is very tender but still holds its shape and is not falling apart, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Let rest, covered, at least 45 minutes before serving.
- Transfer the roast to a cutting board and remove the twine with scissors, if necessary. Slice against the grain.
- Divide the vegetables among plates and arrange the sliced beef over top. Spoon sauce over the top garnish with parsley and chives.
PERFECT POT ROAST
Feed your family with Ree Drummond's Perfect Pot Roast recipe from Food Network. Fresh rosemary and thyme add rich, herbal resonance to this hearty roast.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 4h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
- Generously salt and pepper the chuck roast.
- Heat the olive oil in large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the halved onions to the pot, browning them on both sides. Remove the onions to a plate.
- Throw the carrots into the same very hot pot and toss them around a bit until slightly browned, about a minute or so. Reserve the carrots with the onions.
- If needed, add a bit more olive oil to the very hot pot. Place the meat in the pot and sear it for about a minute on all sides until it is nice and brown all over. Remove the roast to a plate.
- With the burner still on high, use either red wine or beef broth (about 1 cup) to deglaze the pot, scraping the bottom with a whisk. Place the roast back into the pot and add enough beef stock to cover the meat halfway.
- Add in the onions and the carrots, along with the fresh herbs.
- Put the lid on, then roast for 3 hours for a 3-pound roast. For a 4 to 5-pound roast, plan on 4 hours. The roast is ready when it's fall-apart tender.
BEST POT ROAST
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
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.
THE BEST EVER SLOW COOKER POT ROAST RECIPE BY TASTY
This slow cooker pot roast only takes six ingredients to make thanks to a packet of onion soup mix. It gives the roast a ton of flavor without a ton of work, and no one will even know it's there. The best part? You just dump everything into the slow cooker, walk away for a few hours, and dinner practically cooks itself. Serve it over egg noodles or rice and dinner is good to go.
Provided by Hannah Williams
Categories Dinner
Time 8h
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the chuck roast in a 7-quart (6 ½ liters) slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle the onion soup pack and top with vegetables and water.
- Cook on low for 8 hours, or high for 4-5 hours.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 633 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 89 grams, Sugar 4 grams
ULTIMATE POT ROAST
Dutch oven pot roast recipes are the ultimate comfort food. When juicy pot roast simmers in garlic, onions and veggies, everyone comes running to ask, "When can we eat?" The answer? Just wait-it will be worth it. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Pat roast dry with a paper towel; tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Sprinkle roast with pepper and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown roast on all sides. Remove from pan., Add onions, celery and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the same pan; cook and stir over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until onions are browned. Add garlic, tomato paste, thyme and bay leaves; cook and stir 1 minute longer., Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan; stir in broth. Return roast to pan. Arrange potatoes, parsnips and carrots around roast; bring to a boil. Bake, covered, until meat is fork-tender, 2-2-1/2 hours., Remove roast and vegetables from pan; keep warm. Discard bay leaves; skim fat from cooking juices. On stovetop, bring juices to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half (about 1-1/2 cups), 10-12 minutes. Stir in vinegar and parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste., Remove string from roast. Serve with vegetables and sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 824mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
BEEF POT ROAST
This is the best and easiest recipe for pot roast I have ever tried. It is best to make it a day ahead. Serve with oven roasted vegetables, potatoes, carrots, onions, or your favorite side dish.
Provided by Teresa C. Rouzer
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Pot Roast Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Heat a heavy Dutch oven on top of the stove over medium high heat. Add oil, and sear meat in the center of the pan for 4 minutes. Turn meat over with tongs; sear all sides for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove meat from pan. Arrange onion, garlic, and 1 bay leaf in the bottom of the pan, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Return meat to pan, place remaining bay leaf on top of meat, and cover.
- Cook in the oven for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Reduce the heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C), and cook for 1 1/2 hours. Remove roast to a platter to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice, and top with onions and gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 161 mg, Fat 41.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 39.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 445.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
THE BEST POT ROAST EVER
By cooking this roast in its own juices, rather than with canned stock or water, it is full of flavor and falls apart! It took years to perfect this recipe, my own creation, but well worth it. The butter adds a real creaminess to this dish, and the seasonings give it that extra kick!
Provided by Cinny 2
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 24m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Warm skillet with olive oil to medium high heat. Add butter until melted. Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper and brown on all sides. Remove from pan and set on plate.
- Carmelize onions and garlic in the skillet then deglaze pan with red wine.
- Put bouillon on bottom of crock pot, and pour stock from skillet on top, including onions and garlic. Place meat on top.
- Sprinkle parsley and Italian seasoning over meat, toss in carrots and potatoes.
- Cook for 1 hour on high then reduce to medium high for 3 to 5 hours.
- Remove roast and veggies to serving platter.
- Pan Gravy: In saucepan melt butter, then whisk in flour and cook until slightly browned.
- Whisk in ladles filled with crock pot juices until desired thickness. Add salt and pepper if needed.
- Spoon over roast and serve remaining gravy at table.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast, rump roast, and brisket are all excellent choices for pot roast. These cuts are well-marbled with fat, which helps to keep the meat moist and flavorful during the long cooking process.
- Brown the beef before braising: Browning the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the pot helps to develop flavor and color. It also helps to seal in the juices, preventing the meat from becoming dry.
- Use a flavorful braising liquid: The braising liquid is what gives pot roast its rich flavor. Use a combination of beef broth, red wine, and vegetables to create a flavorful base. You can also add herbs, spices, and seasonings to taste.
- Cook the pot roast low and slow: Pot roast is a dish that benefits from long, slow cooking. This allows the meat to become tender and fall-apart. Cook the pot roast on low heat for at least 8 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Serve the pot roast with your favorite sides: Pot roast is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular choices include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and rice.
Conclusion:
Pot roast is a classic comfort food that is both delicious and easy to make. By following these tips, you can make a pot roast that is tender, flavorful, and fall-apart. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give pot roast a try!
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