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Aunt Mary's Pot Roast Recipe

This legendary pot roast recipe, unearthed from the South Pittsburg, Tennessee Historic Preservation Society's "A Skillet Full," is a testament to Southern comfort food. Hailing from the home of Lodge Manufacturing – makers of the finest cast iron cookware – this recipe is incredibly easy yet delivers unbelievably tender and flavorful results. Originally shared by a hairdresser, then passed down through generations, this updated version bakes at 350°F for a quicker cook time, maintaining the mouthwatering perfection. Get ready for a taste of Southern history!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 816.7 kcal
Protein 111g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Mary's Pot Roast

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How to Make Aunt Mary's Pot Roast

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season a 3-4 pound beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. Brown the roast in the hot oil on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Sprinkle 1 packet (1 ounce) of dry onion soup mix over the browned roast. Pour 1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer (such as dark ale or stout) over the meat and roast.
  4. Bring to a slight simmer on the stovetop. The beer will foam initially—that's normal!
  5. Carefully transfer the Dutch oven to the preheated oven. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender.
  6. During the last hour of cooking, add 1 pound of peeled carrots and 1 pound of peeled potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces, around the roast. Stir gently to combine with the juices.
  7. Once the roast is tender, remove from the oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Spoon the delicious pan juices over the sliced roast.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

121g

Carbs

0g

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Time To Make Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Beef Easy Meat Roast Beef 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less