Best 6 Mothers Bavarian Pot Roast Recipes
Bavarian pot roast, also known as "Münchner Sauerbraten", is a classic German dish that has been passed down from generation to generation. This hearty and flavorful stew is made with tender beef, a tangy marinade, and a rich gravy. The marinade, which typically includes vinegar, wine, spices, and herbs, infuses the meat with flavor and helps to tenderize it. The pot roast is then braised in a flavorful liquid, such as broth or beer, until it is fall-apart tender. Served with traditional German sides such as mashed potatoes, dumplings, or red cabbage, this dish is a true culinary delight.
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MOTHER'S POT ROAST
The best vegetable gravy you ever tasted--and the roast isn't bad either! We always had this meal with mounds of mashed potatoes. Great on a cold wintry evening!
Provided by J.Stewart
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Pot Roast Recipes
Time 7h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Season roast with salt and pepper. Place meat in pot with fat side up. Pour tomato sauce over roast. Place onion rings over all. Toss in bay leaves. Cover and cook 1 hour on high.
- After 1 hour, reduce heat to low and cook 6 to 8 more hours. Carefully lift meat out of pot and remove to a warm platter.
- Pour drippings through strainer into medium-sized saucepan and discard material in strainer. Whisk in flour to liquid. Cook, stirring constantly over medium heat until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve alongside roast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 149.7 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 45.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 570.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
BAVARIAN POT ROAST
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
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.
BAVARIAN POT ROAST
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
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
MOTHER'S BAVARIAN POT ROAST
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
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.
BAVARIAN POT ROAST
'I grew up eating pot roast but disliked it until I go this recipe at a church social and changed a few ingredients,' shares Patricia Gasmund of Rockford, Illinois. 'My 7-year-old especially enjoys the seasoned 'apple gravy'.'
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 5h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven coated with nonstick cooking spray, brown roast on all sides over medium-high heat; drain. transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a bowl, combine the juice, tomato sauce, onion, vinegar, salt, ginger and cinnamon; 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 298.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 92.1 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 661.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
BAVARIAN POT ROAST FOR 6
"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
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
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of meat. Chuck roast, rump roast, and brisket are all good options for pot roast. Look for a roast with good marbling, as this will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Brown the meat before braising. This will help to develop the flavor and color of the roast.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your pot roast. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and garlic.
- Season the pot roast well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to taste.
- Add a liquid to the pot roast. This can be water, beef broth, or a combination of both. The liquid should come about halfway up the roast.
- Cook the pot roast on low heat for several hours. This will allow the meat to become tender and flavorful.
- Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Conclusion:
Bavarian pot roast is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful pot roast that your family and friends will love.
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