Apple And Onion Beef Pot Roast Recipe

This incredibly tender and flavorful Apple and Onion Beef Pot Roast recipe will become your new family favorite! A perfectly seasoned pot roast slow-cooked to juicy perfection, then topped with a rich, homemade gravy made from the pan drippings. The sweet apples and savory onions create a delightful flavor combination that's irresistible.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 320 mins
Calories 239.7 kcal
Protein 74g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Apple And Onion Beef Pot Roast

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple And Onion Beef Pot Roast

  • Boneless Beef Roast
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Seasoning Salt
  • Soy Sauce
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Tart Apple
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

How to Make Apple And Onion Beef Pot Roast

  1. Season a 3-4 lb beef pot roast generously with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, and transfer to a slow cooker.
  2. Add 1 cup of beef broth to the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Pour the liquid over the roast in the slow cooker.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon seasoned salt to the slow cooker.
  4. Top the roast with 1 large onion, thinly sliced, and 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the roast and onion from the slow cooker. Discard the apples. Let the roast rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  7. To make the gravy, pour the juices from the slow cooker into a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced to about 2 cups.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup beef broth.
  9. Gradually whisk the cornstarch mixture into the simmering pan juices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 2 minutes, or until thickened.
  10. Slice the roast and serve it with the delicious gravy. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

14g

Carbs

2g

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