Pot Roast with Mushroom Sauce

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 hours
Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 5

Description

Take just 15 minutes in the morning to brown the roast, then add it along with veggies to the crockpot, and let the magic happen while you go about your day. Come home to a wonderfully tender and flavorful meal waiting for you!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs beef eye round or beef round rump roast
• 4 potatoes
• 1 cup baby carrots
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 teaspoon dried tarragon or basil

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 395.8
• Fat Content: 9.1g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3.2g
• Cholesterol Content: 77.5mg
• Sodium Content: 674.7mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 42.3g
• Fiber Content: 5.5g
• Sugar Content: 7.2g
• Protein Content: 35.4g

Instructions

1. Trim any excess fat from the roast.
2. Lightly coat a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
3. Add the meat to the skillet and brown it on all sides, ensuring a nice sear.
4. While the meat is browning, prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping the potatoes into chunks, and gathering the baby carrots.
5. Once the meat is browned, place the potatoes and carrots in a 3 1/2 to 4 quart crockpot, creating a bed for the roast.
6. Carefully transfer the browned meat on top of the vegetables in the crockpot.
7. In a small bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup with the dried tarragon or basil, stirring until well mixed.
8. Pour the soup mixture over the meat in the crockpot, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
9. Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat setting for 10-12 hours, or on high heat setting for 5-6 hours, until the meat is tender and easily falls apart.
10. Once cooked, carefully transfer the meat and vegetables to a serving platter using tongs or a slotted spoon, arranging them in an appealing manner.
11. Stir the sauce left in the crockpot to combine any separated ingredients, then spoon it generously over the meat and vegetables.
12. Serve your pot roast with mushroom sauce hot, accompanied by your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Recipe Notes

• This recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a hearty, home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
• The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a tender and delicious pot roast with a savory mushroom sauce.
• Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the sauce mixture for extra flavor.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage. Simply reheat in the microwave or on the stove for a quick and satisfying meal.