Very Easy Crock Pot Pot Roast Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Roast Beef
Keywords: Meat, Potluck
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 800.5
- Fat: 56.9g
- Saturated Fat: 20.3g
- Cholesterol: 158mg
- Sodium: 2810.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 21.4g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 2.4g
- Protein: 48.7g
Ingredients:
- 3-5 lbs beef roast
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 2 cups mushroom pieces
- 2 onions, sliced
- 1 packet mushroom/onion soup mix
- 3 potatoes, quartered
Instructions:
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Prepare Crock Pot:
- In the crock pot, mix together the mushroom/onion soup mix with the beef broth.
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Add Ingredients:
- Place the beef roast into the crock pot.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add mushroom pieces, sliced onions, and the beef bouillon cube to the crock pot.
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Mix Well:
- Stir everything together gently to combine.
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Cook:
- Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on High for 5-6 hours, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes or alongside the potatoes that were cooked in the crock pot.
Recipe Notes:
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Potatoes Option: If you prefer not to make mashed potatoes separately, you can add quartered potatoes directly into the crock pot along with the other ingredients. Ensure they are evenly distributed for even cooking.
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Sodium Tip: To reduce sodium content, opt for low-sodium cream soups and broth. The mushroom/onion soup mix can add saltiness, so adjusting these ingredients can help control the overall saltiness of the gravy.
This very easy crock pot pot roast recipe is perfect for a hearty meal, especially suitable for potlucks or family dinners where you want minimal hands-on cooking time but maximum flavor. The long, slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in tender, juicy beef that pairs wonderfully with the savory gravy and optional potatoes. Enjoy this comforting dish with your loved ones!
