Best 6 Dutch Oven Bavarian Pot Roast Recipes

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Transport yourself to the heart of Bavaria with a culinary masterpiece that will delight your taste buds and warm your soul. Discover the secrets of a dish that has been passed down through generations, the Dutch Oven Bavarian Pot Roast. This mouthwatering beef roast, slow-cooked to tender perfection in a rich and flavorful broth, is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Immerse yourself in the aromas of roasted vegetables, succulent bacon, and a medley of herbs and spices that dance in harmony. Prepare to be captivated by the fall-off-the-bone meat, enveloped in a luscious gravy that begs to be savored with every bite.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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.

DUTCH OVEN POT ROAST



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h25m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 pounds pot roast
3 slices bacon
Olive oil
4 cloves garlic
16 ounces beef broth
16 ounces beer
16 ounces water
Salt and pepper
White pepper
Ground cumin
2 bay leaves
Whole black peppercorns
Red potatoes, cleaned
Sliced onions
Pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Cover pot roast with 3 slices of bacon and place in a Dutch oven coated with olive oil. Place the garlic cloves in the pot as well. Sear all 4 sides of the pot roast. After searing place 16 ounces of beef broth and 16 ounces of beer and water to top it off. Add the salt, pepper, white pepper, and cumin, to taste. Cover the pot and let it slow cook for about 1 hour. After an hour add bay leaves and whole black peppercorn. Let it slow cook for another hour. Lastly, add red potatoes, onion, crushed red pepper and cook for another hour.

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.

PAULA'S DUTCH OVEN POT ROAST



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This is a yummy way to prepare an old favorite in a Dutch oven--the gravy is delicious for this pot roast! I am always asked for the recipe!

Provided by Paula Taylor

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Beef     Pot Roast Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
½ cup vegetable oil (such as Wesson®)
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
⅔ cup dry white wine
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (1.25 ounce) package beef with onion soup mix
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
2 cups water to cover
1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Season roast with salt and pepper and coat with 2 tablespoons flour. Heat oil in a large 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven. Brown the roast on all sides in the hot oil, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in remaining flour to absorb remaining oil. Add beef broth, wine, onion, soup mix, marjoram, Worcestershire, and bay leaves. Add enough water to cover.
  • Cover and simmer on medium-low heat until tender, about 2 hours. Add carrots and potatoes. Continue to cook until vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. If gravy is too thin, uncover and continue to simmer until liquid evaporates and gravy thickens, about 20 minutes more. Remove bay leaves from gravy when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 758.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

BAVARIAN POT ROAST



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This is a nice change of pace varriation on a beef roast. It has that Old World flavor and it's crockpot easy too. Makes about 6 to 8 good sized servings.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Stew

Time 8h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 -4 lbs chuck arm pot roast
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3 whole cloves
4 medium apples, cored and quartered (leave skin on)
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 cup apple juice
3 -4 tablespoons flour
3 -4 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Wipe roast well and trim off all excess fat.
  • Lightly rub top of meat with oil.
  • Dust meat with salt, pepper and ginger.
  • Insert cloves in meat.
  • Place apples and onions in the bottom of the Crock Pot and put the roast on top of the apples and onions.
  • Pour in the apple juice.
  • Cover and cook on a low setting for 8 to 12 hours.
  • Remove the roast and apples to a warm platter when fully cooked.
  • Turn the Crock Pot to High setting.
  • Make a smooth paste with the flour and water and stir the paste into the Crock Pot.
  • Cover and cook until thickened.
  • Pour gravy over roast when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.6, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 584, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 15.1, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a high-quality Dutch oven.
  • Browning the meat before cooking helps to develop flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables for a more flavorful and colorful dish.
  • Be sure to add enough liquid to cover the meat and vegetables.
  • Cook the pot roast on low heat for a long period of time to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Conclusion:

Dutch oven Bavarian pot roast is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. The tender meat, flavorful vegetables, and rich gravy make this dish a surefire winner. With a little planning, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give Dutch oven Bavarian pot roast a try.

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