FAVORITE POT ROAST

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"I love cooking a pot roast on the weekend because it can simmer for hours while I'm doing other things," says Leona Therou of Overland Park, Kansas. Her hearty beef roast with potatoes and carrots makes enough for a family of four with plenty left over.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (4 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 cups water, divided
8 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
8 large carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks
1 pound small onions, peeled
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
Additional salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown the roast on all sides in oil. Combine the salt, pepper and thyme; sprinkle over meat. Add bay leaf and 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-1/2 hours. , Add the potatoes, carrots and onions. Cover and simmer 45 minutes longer or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove roast and vegetables to a serving platter; keep warm. Discard bay leaf. , Skim fat from pan juices; add enough water to pan juices to measure 2 cups. In a bowl, combine flour and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in browning sauce if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Slice roast; serve with vegetables and gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

Lunga Mduduzi
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I was looking for a new pot roast recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The beef was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Suresh Bogati
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This recipe is a winner! The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


iRHA MOHSIN
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I've tried many pot roast recipes, but this one is by far the best. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Tristan Martin
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This pot roast was a hit with my family. The meat was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


AGU NWA UGO (UGO EZE)
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I'm not a big fan of pot roast, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were delicious.


Indie Pereira
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This is the best pot roast recipe I've ever tried. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Chiran Saru
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The pot roast was amazing! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Darlene Butcher
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This pot roast was delicious! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Filip
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I was looking for a new pot roast recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The beef was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Ally Lambert
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This recipe is a winner! The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


AGNES OCHEME
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I've tried many pot roast recipes, but this one is by far the best. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


MD Maroyan Hossin Sabbir
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This pot roast was a hit with my family. The meat was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Zohan Paswal
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I'm not a big fan of pot roast, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Jigga Martinez
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This is the best pot roast recipe I've ever tried. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Suzy Gist
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The pot roast was amazing! The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Zahid Haidar
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This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were flavorful.


Monowara Begum
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I've made this pot roast recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Njue Wanja
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This pot roast recipe is a keeper! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.