Pot Roast, New England Style
🕒 Total Time: 10 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10
🥩 Ingredients:
- 3 to 3 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 pound potatoes
- 8 carrots
- 3 onions
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
🔪 Instructions:
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Preparation: Begin by trimming any excess fat from the beef chuck roast. Peel the potatoes and carrots, then chop them into large chunks. Peel and slice the onions.
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Searing the Beef: Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the beef chuck roast to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is nicely browned on all sides. This step helps to lock in the flavors and juices of the meat.
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Layering the Slow Cooker: Place the chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions in the bottom of a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker. These aromatic vegetables will add flavor to the pot roast as it cooks.
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Assembling the Pot Roast: Carefully transfer the seared beef chuck roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker. This allows the meat to cook gently and become tender as it absorbs the flavors of the vegetables.
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Seasoning the Roast: In a small bowl, mix together the horseradish, salt, and pepper. Spread this seasoning mixture evenly over the surface of the beef chuck roast. The horseradish adds a tangy kick to the roast, enhancing its flavor.
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Adding Liquid: Pour the water over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. This liquid will create steam as the pot roast cooks, keeping the meat moist and tender throughout the long cooking process.
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Slow Cooking: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on the low heat setting. Allow the pot roast to cook undisturbed for 8 to 10 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender and flavorful. Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in a delicious and comforting meal.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the pot roast is fully cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and transfer it to a serving platter. Arrange the tender vegetables around the roast, and ladle some of the flavorful cooking juices over the meat and veggies.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 490.6
- Fat Content: 28.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11g
- Cholesterol Content: 93.9mg
- Sodium Content: 396.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 30.1g
- Fiber Content: 4.4g
- Sugar Content: 4.7g
- Protein Content: 28.3g
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic Pot Roast, New England Style. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasions, this hearty dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for tender meat and flavorful vegetables. Enjoy the simplicity and warmth of homemade comfort food with this easy-to-follow recipe!
