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Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes to 10 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast recipes offer a comforting, hearty meal packed with tender vegetables, rich savory notes from smoked turkey bacon, and the umami boost of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Perfect for weekday dinners or cozy weekend gatherings, this set-it-and-forget-it dish delivers deep flavors and satisfying textures with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Protein

  • 2 to 3 pounds beef chuck roast or brisket
  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon

Vegetables

  • 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped into large chunks
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped into large pieces
  • 4 medium potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 2 large onions, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, whole or smashed

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Trim any excess fat from the beef roast and pat it dry with paper towels. Chop your vegetables into large chunks so they hold up well during slow cooking. Slice smoked turkey bacon and set aside.
  2. Sear the Roast and Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the roast on all sides to seal in juices. In the same skillet, cook the smoked turkey bacon until slightly crisp. This extra step builds layers of flavor before slow cooking, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.
  3. Layer Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the carrots, celery, potatoes, and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the roast on top, followed by smoked turkey bacon and garlic cloves. Sprinkle fresh thyme and tuck bay leaves around for seasoning.
  4. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in beef broth, apple cider vinegar (natural), then add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). These liquids keep the roast moist and develop a rich gravy as it cooks slowly over several hours.
  5. Slow Cook Until Tender: Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables have absorbed all those mouthwatering flavors.

Notes

  • Use room temperature meat: Allow the roast to come to room temperature before searing to ensure even cooking.
  • Do not lift the lid unnecessarily to maintain consistent heat.
  • To thicken the gravy, remove the roast and veggies, then whisk in a natural gelling agent mixture to the cooking liquid for a luscious sauce.
  • Slice against the grain when serving for maximum tenderness.
  • Cook the pot roast in the morning and leave it on the warm setting for dinner-ready results.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours on low or 4 to 6 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: slow cooker pot roast, smoked turkey bacon pot roast, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, hearty slow cooker recipes, easy pot roast

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