Pot Roast
Yields: 6
Preparation time: 15
Cooking time: 360
Ingredients
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1 chuck roast (mine was 3 pounds)Olive oil1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks1 onion, peeled and cut into large chunks2 stalks celery, cut into large chunks (optional)1 cup beef broth1 tablespoon corn starch2 tablespoons steak seasoning1 tablespoon kosher salt1 tablespoon dried thyme1 tablespoon dried rosemary
Directions
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Mix all of the seasonings together in a small bowl, and set aside.Coat both sides of meat with olive oil. Sprinkle on a third of the seasoning mix onto each side.Sear both sides of the meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer roast to slow cooker. Optionally use a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.Place the vegetables in a large bowl. Drizzle on a little olive oil to coat vegetables. Sprinkle on the remaining seasoning mix. Add the vegetables to the same skillet that was used to sear the meat. Sauté for about five minutes - stirring occasionally.Transfer the vegetables to the top of the roast in the slow cooker. Pour in the beef broth. Cover with lid.Cook on low for 9 hours or on high for 6 hours in the slow cooker.Using a turkey baster or ladle, retrieve most of the cooking juices from the slow cooker and transfer to a small sauce pan.Bring to a simmer over medium heat on the stovetop.