Best 8 Saucy Sunday Pot Roast Recipes

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If you're looking for a mouthwatering and comforting dish to make on a lazy Sunday afternoon, look no further than Saucy Sunday Pot Roast. This classic recipe is a staple in many households, and for good reason. The tender, fall-apart pot roast, swimming in a rich and flavorful sauce, is the epitome of comfort food. Slow-cooked to perfection, the pot roast becomes incredibly juicy and tender, absorbing all the wonderful flavors from the vegetables, herbs, and spices in the pot. The resulting sauce is rich, savory, and packed with umami, making it the perfect accompaniment to the pot roast and any side dishes you choose to serve it with.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC SUNDAY POT ROAST



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Classic Sunday Pot Roast is an easy to make comfort food that is hearty, filling, and can easily feed the whole family. This recipe will work for a classic oven braise as well as in a slow cooker or Instant Pot.

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3 to 5 pound beef roast (chuck, round, or brisket)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 cloves minced garlic
1 to 2 cups red wine*
2 cups low sodium beef broth
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 large white onions (cut into 2 inch chunks)
1 pound baby carrots
1 pound red potatoes (cut into bite-sized chunks)
1 sprig fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Get a large oven safe dutch oven pot heating over high heat.
  • Season both sides of chuck roast with salt and pepper. Add vegetable oil to pot and sear roast until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes each side.
  • Remove roast from pan and set aside briefly on a plate or cutting board. Add garlic to pot and saute 60 seconds. Deglaze pan with red wine and beef broth. Add roast back to the pot.
  • Pour Worcetershire sauce over roast and place the onion chunks, carrots, and potatoes on top of and around the meat. Place rosemary sprig on top.
  • Place a lid on the pan and transfer it to the preheated 350 degree oven. Cook 3 hours, or until meat reaches an internal temperature of 202 degrees F and shreds easily with a fork. Season vegetables with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 57 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Sodium 1063 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUNDAY POT ROAST



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With the help of a slow cooker, you can prepare a down-home dinner any day of the week, not just on Sundays. The roast turns out tender and savory every time. -Brandy Schaefer, Glen Carbon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 boneless pork loin roast (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), trimmed
6 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
3 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 small onions, quartered
1-1/2 cups beef broth
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cold water
1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients; rub over roast. Cover; refrigerate overnight., Place carrots, potatoes and onions in a 6-qt. slow cooker; add broth. Place roast in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until meat and vegetables are tender, 8-10 hours., Transfer roast and vegetables to a serving platter; tent with foil. Pour cooking juices into a small saucepan. Mix flour and water until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, add browning sauce. Serve roast with gravy and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUNDAY POT ROAST WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h5m

Yield 4 servings with leftovers!

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (4 to 5-pound) boneless beef bottom round roast
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound cremini mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
2 medium yellow onions, halved and sliced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Pat the meat dry with paper towels and season well on all sides with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the roast and brown all sides, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the meat to a plate and add the mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and beginning to release liquid, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the onions and broth and stir until combined. Nestle the roast into the vegetables, adding any juices it released to the pot. Add the beef broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven to roast for 2 1/2 hours. Remove the lid, carefully flip the meat and continue cooking for 30 minutes; the meat should be fork tender and the liquid reduced.
  • Remove the pot from the oven, transfer the meat to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep it warm. Let the mushrooms and onions stand several minutes undisturbed to allow some of the beef fat to rise to the surface. With a large spoon, skim off the excess fat and discard. With a ladle, add about 1 1/2 cups of the mushrooms and onions with some cooking liquid to the bowl of a blender or food processor. Carefully puree the mixture until very smooth. Pour the puree back into the pot and stir very well until combined; taste and adjust seasoning.
  • To serve, slice the pot roast and arrange on a serving platter. Drizzle some mushroom gravy over the top and pass the extra gravy at the table.

MOTHER'S POT ROAST



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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

2 ½ pounds tip round roast
salt and pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 onion, cut into thin strips
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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

ULTIMATE POT ROAST



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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

1 boneless beef chuck-eye or other chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 pound small red potatoes, quartered
4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
6 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

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.

SAUCY SUNDAY POT ROAST



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I came up with the yummy pot-roast recipe on Sunday evening when I had some red wine to use up and wanted a different roast recipe other than my cream-of-mushroom soup stand-by. My hubby raved and even went back for thirds!

Provided by Makennasmommy

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lbs chuck roast
3 tablespoons flour, salt and pepper added
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup full-bodied red wine
1 cup beef broth or 1 cup stock
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 (1 5/8 ounce) package mushroom gravy mix
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
more salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Dust the beef roast with flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
  • 2. Over med-high heat, add oil to heavy Dutch oven and then sear the roast on all sides. Remove and keep warm.
  • 3. Add a little more olive oil, if necessary. Add onions and garlic and saute until translucent.
  • 4. Add the tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes, then add the red wine, broth, tomato sauce,gravy mix, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • 5. Bring this to a boil for 5 minutes.
  • 6. Put the roast back into the sauce, put on the lid snugly and bake in a 400 degree oven for 1.5 hours, or until the roast is done and tender.

SUNDAY POT ROAST



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

One 4-pound boneless chuck roast
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, plus more if needed
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 bundle various fresh herbs, such as tarragon, rosemary, parsley, tied with twine
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup dry red wine, such as cabernet sauvignon
2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 cups watercress
1 cup picked fresh parsley leaves
Lemon juice, for drizzling
Olive oil, for drizzling
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Risotto Cakes, for serving, recipe follows
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, minced (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup Arborio rice
3/4 cups dry white wine
5 ounces frozen peas, defrosted
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan
4 ounces low-moisture shredded mozzarella
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Using paper towels, pat the roast dry to help get a great crust on the meat. Sprinkle the roast generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and heat until glossy. Add the roast and brown on all sides. Remove and transfer to a cutting board or a large plate.
  • Add more oil to the pot if needed, along with the carrots, celery and onions. Season with salt and pepper. Add the fresh herb bundle and cook until the vegetables start to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and continue cooking for another minute. Add 3/4 cup of the red wine and reduce by half, scraping up the seared bits and incorporating them into the juice. Then return the roast to the pot and add the beef broth. Bring the liquid to a simmer before covering with a tight-fitting lid and placing the pot in the oven. Allow the roast to cook until fork tender, 3 1/2 to 4 hours, turning once halfway through.
  • Remove from the oven and transfer the roast to a large cutting board. Tent with foil while the roast rests. Placing the Dutch oven back on the stovetop over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1/4 cup of red wine to the liquid and reduce by half at a simmer, about 10 minutes. Strain the sauce and season with salt and pepper. Shred the roast into big chunks and toss with the jus.
  • For the herb salad: Toss the watercress and picked parsley with the lemon juice and olive oil to taste. Season with salt and pepper and top with the toasted almonds
  • Serve on top of the Risotto Cakes and top with the fresh herb salad.
  • For the risotto: In a medium saucepan, heat the chicken broth to a simmer. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the shallots to the butter, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the Arborio rice and lightly toast, stirring to coat in the butter and shallots. Add the white wine, continuing to cook while stirring until the wine is absorbed. You should be able to run your spoon through the risotto and have the indentation stay.
  • Using a ladle, add enough of the warm chicken broth to cover the rice, stirring constantly over medium heat until the broth is completely absorbed. Repeat the process 3 more times, adding the broth in stages while continuing to stir. Once all of the chicken broth has been added and the rice is tender, add the peas, lemon juice and lemon zest and stir to combine.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan, mozzarella and season with salt and pepper. Cool the risotto by spreading it evenly over a sheet tray. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Once the risotto is cooled, form the mixture into burger-size patties, about 1-inch thick. Set up a dredging station with the flour in one dish, beaten eggs in another and panko breadcrumbs in another. Dip the rice patties into the flour, then into the eggs and finally coat them in the panko breadcrumbs.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1/2-inch vegetable oil over medium heat until a pinch of panko sizzles when dropped in the oil. Working in batches of 2 to 3, fry the risotto cakes until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side (use a fish spatula under the cake and the back of a fork on top to help stabilize while flipping). Transfer to a wire rack, which will help them stay crispy. Season with salt and they are ready to serve. Yield: 6 large cakes.

SUNDAY POT ROAST



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Make and share this Sunday Pot Roast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Meat

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 32

1 (4 lb) boneless chuck roast
kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more if needed
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 bunch various fresh herb, such as tarragon, rosemary, parsley, tied with twine
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup dry red wine, such as cabernet sauvignon
2 1/2 cups low sodium beef broth
2 cups watercress
1 cup picked fresh parsley leaves
lemon juice, for drizzling
olive oil, for drizzling
salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
risotto cake, for serving, recipe follows
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, minced (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup arborio rice
3/4 cup dry white wine
5 ounces frozen peas, defrosted
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 1/4 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
4 ounces low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Using paper towels, pat the roast dry to help get a great crust on the meat. Sprinkle the roast generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and heat until glossy. Add the roast and brown on all sides. Remove and transfer to a cutting board or a large plate.
  • Add more oil to the pot if needed, along with the carrots, celery and onions. Season with salt and pepper. Add the fresh herb bundle and cook until the vegetables start to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and continue cooking for another minute. Add 3/4 cup of the red wine and reduce by half, scraping up the seared bits and incorporating them into the juice. Then return the roast to the pot and add the beef broth. Bring the liquid to a simmer before covering with a tight-fitting lid and placing the pot in the oven. Allow the roast to cook until fork tender, 3 1/2 to 4 hours, turning once halfway through.
  • Remove from the oven and transfer the roast to a large cutting board. Tent with foil while the roast rests. Placing the Dutch oven back on the stovetop over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1/4 cup of red wine to the liquid and reduce by half at a simmer, about 10 minutes. Strain the sauce and season with salt and pepper. Shred the roast into big chunks and toss with the jus.
  • For the herb salad:.
  • Toss the watercress and picked parsley with the lemon juice and olive oil to taste. Season with salt and pepper and top with the toasted almonds.
  • Serve on top of the Risotto Cakes and top with the fresh herb salad.
  • For the Risotto Cakes:.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the chicken broth to a simmer. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the shallots to the butter, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the Arborio rice and lightly toast, stirring to coat in the butter and shallots. Add the white wine, continuing to cook while stirring until the wine is absorbed. You should be able to run your spoon through the risotto and have the indentation stay.
  • Using a ladle, add enough of the warm chicken broth to cover the rice, stirring constantly over medium heat until the broth is completely absorbed. Repeat the process 3 more times, adding the broth in stages while continuing to stir. Once all of the chicken broth has been added and the rice is tender, add the peas, lemon juice and lemon zest and stir to combine.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan, mozzarella and season with salt and pepper. Cool the risotto by spreading it evenly over a sheet tray. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Once the risotto is cooled, form the mixture into burger-size patties, about 1-inch thick. Set up a dredging station with the flour in one dish, beaten eggs in another and panko breadcrumbs in another. Dip the rice patties into the flour, then into the eggs and finally coat them in the panko breadcrumbs.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1/2-inch vegetable oil over medium heat until a pinch of panko sizzles when dropped in the oil. Working in batches of 2 to 3, fry the risotto cakes until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side (use a fish spatula under the cake and the back of a fork on top to help stabilize while flipping). Transfer to a wire rack, which will help them stay crispy. Season with salt and they are ready to serve. Yield: 6 large cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 853, Fat 33.9, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 232.6, Sodium 755, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5, Protein 69.1

Tips for the Perfect Pot Roast:

  • Choose the Right Cut of Meat: Select a tough, flavorful cut of meat like chuck roast, rump roast, or brisket. These cuts benefit from the long, slow cooking process and become tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
  • Sear the Meat: Before braising, sear the meat in a hot skillet to create a flavorful crust. This step adds depth of flavor and helps seal in the juices.
  • Use a Dutch Oven or Slow Cooker: Both Dutch ovens and slow cookers are excellent options for braising pot roast. Dutch ovens provide more control over the cooking process, while slow cookers offer convenience and hands-off cooking.
  • Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Along with the meat, include a variety of vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. These vegetables add flavor and nutrition to the dish. Season the pot roast generously with salt, pepper, garlic, herbs, and spices to create a flavorful braising liquid.
  • Braising Liquid: Use a flavorful liquid to braise the pot roast. Options include beef broth, red wine, beer, or a combination of these liquids. The liquid should cover the meat at least halfway.
  • Cook Low and Slow: Pot roast requires a long, slow cooking process to break down the tough fibers and create tender, fall-apart meat. Cook the pot roast at a low temperature (around 300°F) for several hours, or until the meat is easily shredded with a fork.

Conclusion:

Pot roast is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. By following these tips, you can create a pot roast that is tender, flavorful, and sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Experiment with different cuts of meat, vegetables, and seasonings to find your perfect pot roast recipe. Whether served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice, pot roast is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dinner option, give pot roast a try. You won't be disappointed!

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