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Crockpot Pot Roast with Gravy

A comforting and flavorful pot roast cooked slowly in a crockpot with rich gravy, perfect for warm family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 to 4 lb beef roast
  • to taste Salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning the roast
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 carrots, chopped
  • 4 potatoes, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thickening

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by seasoning the beef roast generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, brown the roast on all sides for a rich, deep flavor.
  3. Place the browned roast into the crockpot, surrounded by the chopped onion, carrots, and potatoes.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour this mixture over the roast and veggies.
  5. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  6. If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix cornstarch with a bit of water and stir it into the crockpot during the last half hour of cooking.
  7. Once done, serve hot and enjoy the warmth of this heartwarming dish.

Notes

Feel free to swap in your favorite root vegetables for a personal twist. For a foolproof pot roast every time, don’t skip the searing step, and adjust seasoning to taste.