If you're looking for a hearty and comforting meal, then this beef pot roast with root vegetables is just what you need. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is flavorful, tender, and juicy.
To make this dish, you'll need:
- 3 pound beef chuck roast
- 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped into large chunks
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into large chunks
- 2 onions, sliced into wedges
- 3 celery stalks, chopped into large pieces
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of beef broth
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon of dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
To begin, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, and then sear it on all sides until it's browned. Transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
Add the chopped carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and garlic to the slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker, and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. When the beef and vegetables are tender, remove them from the slow cooker and place them on a serving platter.
Strain the remaining liquid from the slow cooker and transfer it to a saucepan. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat, and then let it simmer until it thickens into a gravy. Pour the gravy over the beef and vegetables, and serve hot.
This beef pot roast with root vegetables is perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner party. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.