Pot Roast And What Recipe

This pot roast recipe is a family favorite! The secret? A surprising burst of umami from a generous helping of ketchup. Tender, juicy beef, slow-cooked to perfection, with a rich and savory gravy. Get ready for rave reviews – even the pickiest eaters will love this one! My husband famously asks, 'You put *what* in the roast beef?', revealing the delicious mystery.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 512 kcal
Protein 124g
Rating 4.7 (23 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pot Roast And What

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How to Make Pot Roast And What

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the beef roast in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove the roast from the pot.
  4. Add the onion and carrots to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  6. Add the beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf to the pot.
  7. Return the roast to the pot.
  8. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
  9. Cook for 135 minutes, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  10. Remove the roast from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Skim off any excess fat from the gravy.
  12. Thicken the gravy (optional): In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of flour with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the gravy and simmer until thickened.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

38g

Carbs

2g

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