Best 5 Fruited Pot Roast Recipes

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Fruited pot roast is a classic comfort food that combines the savory flavors of beef with the sweetness of fruit. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner. The key to a great fruited pot roast is to use high-quality ingredients and to cook it low and slow to allow the flavors to meld. You can use any type of fruit you like in your pot roast, but some popular choices include apples, pears, and cranberries. You can also add other ingredients to your pot roast, such as vegetables, herbs, and spices, to create a unique and flavorful dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITED POT ROAST



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This is a wonderful variation of classic pot roast. My family really enjoys it. The fruit is a nice change from the usual vegetables that normally accompany this dish.-Linda South, Pineville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) unsweetened apple juice
1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place fruit and onion in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker; add apple juice. Top with roast; sprinkle with seasonings. , Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. Serve beef with fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CROCK POT FRUITED PORK ROAST



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Make and share this Crock Pot Fruited Pork Roast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BlueDoxie

Categories     Pork

Time 7h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs boneless pork loin roast
1 medium onion, sliced
8 ounces mixed dried fruit, be sure to get the large pieces, the small diced ones overcook
1/2 cup apple juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place onion in a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. Place pork on onion; top with fruit. Mix remaining ingredients together in a separate bowl and pour over fruit, pork, and onion.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting for 7-9 hours or until pork is tender. Serve fruit mixture with pork.

FRUITED POT ROAST



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This is a great alternative to the usual way of cooking a pot roast since it has just a little hint of fruity sweetness to it, and the cooked apricots and prunes add a delicious depth of flavor to the roast as well.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Meat

Time 4h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons shortening or 2 tablespoons salad oil
4 lbs beef chuck eye roast, boneless
2 medium onions, sliced
1 cup apple cider or 1 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 cups dried apricots
1 1/2 cups pitted prunes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional)
1/4 cup water (optional)
2 teaspoons gravy master cooking and browning sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat, in hot shortening, cook chuck roast until well browned on all sides.
  • Add onions, apple cider or juice, brown sugar, salt, seasoned pepper and cloves; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 3 1/2 hours or until meat is almost fork-tender, turning meat occasionally and adding more cider or juice during cooking, if necessary.
  • Add the apricots and the pitted prunes to the mixture in the Dutch oven. Continue cooking 20 minutes or until the meat is fork-tender. Place the meat on a warm platter.
  • Spoon the fat from liquid in the Dutch oven. If you like, blend flour and water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan liquid and cook over medium heat. If you like, for a little extra flavor, you can add 2 teaspoons of Gravy Master cooking and browning sauce. Stir constantly until the mixture is thickened. Serve sauce with the meat.

FRUITED POT ROAST



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A nice dish to serve when the weather gets cooler. It is easy to put together, and wonderful to come home to. Preparation time includes soaking the dried fruit.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Fruit

Time 11h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup pitted dried prune
3/4 cup dried apricot
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can light beer
4 lbs chuck roast
2 tablespoons oil
1 onion, sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • In the crock pot, soak the dried fruits and ginger in the beer for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and honey.
  • Brown meat in oil over medium high heat.
  • Place the meat on top of the fruit in the crock pot.
  • Cook on low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on high for 5 to 6 hours.

FRUITED POT ROAST



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Number Of Ingredients 12

1 beef rump roast rolled and tied (about 5 lb.)
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup brandy
1 (20-ounce) can pineapple slice drained and syrup reserved
1 beef bouillon crushed
2 teaspoons fines herbes
10 to 14 pitted prunes prunes
1/2 cup dried apricot halves
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup green onion sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325° F. Sprinkle all sides of roast with garlic salt. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat brown roast in butter or margarine on all sides. Remove from heat.In a small metal saucepan warm brandy. Ignite and pour over roast spoon liquid over roast until flame dies.Add pineapple syrup and bouillon to roast. Sprinkle with fines herbes. Add prunes and apricots. Cover tightly and bake for 4 to 4 1/2 hours or until meat is tender, adding water if needed. Transfer roast to a heated platter cover and keep warm. Skim fat from surface of pan juices.In a small bowl mix water and cornstarch until smooth. Stir into pan juices. Stirring over medium heat, bring to a boil and boil for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Add pineapple slices and green onions, spooning gravy over to heat through. Place fruits around and on top of meat cover with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Choose a flavorful cut of beef, such as chuck roast or short ribs, for a more tender and flavorful result.
  • Sear the beef in a hot skillet before braising to develop a rich, caramelized crust.
  • Use a variety of fruits in your pot roast, such as apples, pears, apricots, and cranberries, for a sweet and tangy flavor.
  • Add herbs and spices to the pot roast, such as rosemary, thyme, garlic, and onion, for extra flavor.
  • Cook the pot roast low and slow, either in the oven or in a slow cooker, to ensure that the beef is tender and flavorful.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, and a side of vegetables.

Conclusion:

Fruited pot roast is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of tender beef, sweet and tangy fruits, and flavorful herbs and spices makes this dish a real crowd-pleaser. Whether you choose to cook it in the oven or in a slow cooker, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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