Favorite Pot Roast Recipe
Description
Experience the ultimate in comfort food with this pot roast recipe, which promises to be fall-apart delicious while maintaining a tender texture, making it a favorite for both toddlers and adults alike. Perfectly suited for winter evenings, this one-dish meal will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Cook Time
3 hours
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
3 hours 10 minutes
Recipe Category
One Dish Meal
Keywords
Roast Beef, Meat, Toddler Friendly, Kid Friendly, Winter, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 ยฝ – 3 lbs | Chuck roast |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Liquid smoke |
| 1 tsp | Garlic powder |
| ยฝ tsp | Black pepper |
| 1 bay leaf | |
| 6 medium | Potatoes, diced |
| 6 medium | Carrots, sliced |
| 2 stalks | Celery, chopped |
| 1 medium | Onion, sliced |
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4400 |
| Total Fat | 251.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 93.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 782.5 mg |
| Sodium | 2653.1 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 276.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.3 g |
| Sugars | 33.3 g |
| Protein | 252.8 g |
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat, then brown the chuck roast on all sides until a golden crust forms, enhancing the flavor.
- Once browned, carefully drain off the drippings, ensuring to keep the pot clean for the next steps.
- Layer the sliced onion on top of the roast, allowing its flavor to meld into the meat during cooking.
- In a separate bowl, combine water, liquid smoke, garlic powder, black pepper, and the bay leaf, mixing well to create a flavorful broth.
- Pour this mixture over the roast, ensuring it is evenly distributed for maximum flavor infusion.
- Cover the Dutch oven, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 2 ยฝ hours, allowing the roast to become tender and infused with the savory seasonings.
- After the initial cooking time, add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and chopped celery, cover again, and simmer for an additional 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. If the mixture appears too dry, add a little more water as needed.
- Finally, remove the bay leaf before serving, and enjoy this hearty dish that is sure to become a family favorite!
This recipe is the ultimate comfort food that guarantees satisfaction on a chilly winter night. Perfectly tender, flavorful, and full of nutritious veggies, it will leave everyone asking for seconds!
