Grandma Lois' Pot Roast
- SERVES
- 6
- COOK TIME
- 1 Hr 45 Min
This easy pot roast recipe was shared with us by a grandma who loves ballroom dancing! Whenever she made this comforting meal for dinner, the whole family would rush to the table. Plus, Grandma Lois' Pot Roast is made in one pot, so you know it's going to be easy. That leaves a lot more time for dancing!
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What You'll Need
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (2-1/2- to 3-pound) boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, coarsely chopped
- 3 clove garlic, minced
- 1 3/4 cup beef broth
- 1 1/4 cup water, divided
- 4 large carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 5 potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
What to Do
- In a Dutch oven over high heat, heat oil until hot. Evenly sprinkle roast with salt and pepper on both sides. Place in pot and sprinkle onion around roast.
- Cook roast 5 to 6 minutes, or until browned on both sides. Add garlic, broth, and 1 cup water to pot; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour. Add carrots and potatoes, cover, and continue cooking 30 to 40 minutes, or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove meat and vegetables to a platter; cover to keep warm.
- In a small bowl, whisk remaining 1/4 cup water and the flour. Slowly stir flour mixture into pan juices and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until thickened. Slice roast across grain and serve with vegetables and gravy.
Notes
- Looking for more one-pot recipes? There's something to satisfy everyones tastes in these Quick and Easy One Pot Meals!
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- Feeling a bit nostalgiac? This Old-Fashioned Pot Roast recipe is sure to bring back childhood memories!
- Fun Fact!
- Pot roast is actually called Yankee pot roast when vegetables are added to the pot partway through the cooking process. Maybe it should be the official dish of Yankee Stadium!