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Pot Roast

[heart_this] · Jan 26, 2009 · 63 Comments

Pot Roast

One of the things that I like about the winter is that I don’t have to think twice about having the oven on all hours of the day. During the summer I try to avoid turning the oven on for any reason but the winter is the perfect time for cooking meals that require a lot of oven time. I had been wanting to try cooking a pot roast for a while and this weekend I finally got around to it. Since a good pot roast requires a lot of oven time to properly roast so it is a nice weekend project. A pot roast is cooked in a liquid to keep the meat nice and moist and it is the perfect opportunity to add some flavour. I cooked the roast in red wine and beef broth along with some herbs and other seasoning. One of the things that I liked about the pot roast was that I could throw some vegetables into the pot with the roast for a super simple side dish that did not dirty any new dishes. I added the vegetables to the pot when the roast was almost done as they would have been mushy if they had been in the whole time. The pot roast turned out pretty good! The beef was nice and moist and tender and falling apart good and the sauce or gravy was nice and tasty and full of flavour. I wanted to work a green vegetable into the meal so I served the pot roast dinner with some peas with pancetta and shallots . The best part of the pot roast is all of the leftovers and I am now looking forward to using them in new and interesting ways.

Pot Roast

Pot Roast

Cook Time: 5 hours 35 minutes Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes Servings: 8
ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 3-5 pound chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 4 sprigs of thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 carrots (peeled and cut into bite sized pieces)
  • 8 “new” potatoes (cut in half)
directions
  1. Heat the oil in a large oven proof pan.
  2. Add the beef and brown on all sides and set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in the same pan.
  4. Add the onions and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  6. Add the red wine and deglaze the pan.
  7. Add the beef broth, thyme, tomato paste, dijon mustard, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  8. Add the roast, cover and cook in a preheated 325F/170C oven until fork tender, about 3-5 hours.
  9. Add the carrots and potatoes during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
Use in:
Pot Roast Sandwich Smothered in Gravy with Melted Swiss Cheese and Horseradish Mayonnaise
Pot Roast Mushroom Soup
Sweet Potato Poutine
Roast Beef Quesadillas

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Comments

  1. Sara says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:24 am

    I just love pot roast, yours looks fantastic! I always have to serve it with mashed potatoes.

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  2. tj says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:36 am

    Looks great. A crock pot is another good way to cook a roast. I’m not a big fan of them for chicken, but cheaper cuts of beef like roasts, they’re great!

    Reply
  3. Dana McCauley says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:41 am

    Awww- the comforting goodness of a pot roast! This type of meal always reminds me of mom’s table.

    I’m smiling after reading your post!

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:41 am

    Looks great..feel like having some..perfect for the season.

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  5. Heather says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:41 am

    mmm! sounds delicious! i’ve never actually made pot roast, i’m always so worried mine won’t compare to my mom’s. yours sounds just lovely. i agree with you about the oven. winter is the perfect time of all day roasting!

    Reply
  6. Kim says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:45 am

    that looks divine! too bad cooking’s not my cup of tea. 🙁 i’ll stick to baking for now. 🙂

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  7. Bridgett says

    January 27, 2009 at 2:51 am

    This is definitely one of my favorite meals.

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  8. Nina Timm says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:22 am

    Pot roast is my favorite way of cooking a big piece of meat…even a leg of lamb! Looks delicious!

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  9. Helene says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:29 am

    Wow you did a nice pot roast that looks so moist and yummy.

    Reply
  10. Sharon says

    January 27, 2009 at 4:09 am

    Looks great! So comforting!

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  11. Lick My Spoon says

    January 27, 2009 at 4:11 am

    ooh sounds like the perfect dish for a cold winter night!

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  12. Elra says

    January 27, 2009 at 4:33 am

    Absolutely the same here, I can just keep baking and the whole house will be warm enough.
    Pork roast sound delectable.
    Cheers,
    Elra

    Reply
  13. Psychgrad says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:01 am

    This would be delicious! I think I’d also like the side as a sauce (maybe with beef broth and red wine).

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  14. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:21 am

    What a deliciously comforting dish!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  15. Jan says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:38 am

    Looks good – I’m liking the peas with pancetta and shallots!

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  16. Mrs Ergül says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:54 am

    I will really like this!! I wanna give this is a try soon!

    Reply
  17. Laura @ Hungry and Frozen says

    January 27, 2009 at 7:03 am

    This looks fantastic. I love slow cooked meals in winter… And the oven can double as a heater!

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  18. tamilyn says

    January 27, 2009 at 10:41 am

    I love a good pot roast. No one makes them like my Gramma Oney did. Memories. Yours looks delish though!!

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  19. Peter M says

    January 27, 2009 at 1:04 pm

    Pot roast will never go out of style…nice and flaky meat here.

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  20. Theresa says

    January 27, 2009 at 1:10 pm

    You even make pot roast look so good.

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  21. Ciao Chow Linda says

    January 27, 2009 at 1:41 pm

    You just reminded me that I haven’t made a pot roast in years. I’m going to do one this week. I used to love to mix the leftovers with mushrooms, tomatoes and a few other ingredients and serve over pasta.

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    January 27, 2009 at 1:43 pm

    A favorite!

    Reply
  23. pigpigscorner says

    January 27, 2009 at 1:48 pm

    Looks very moist and tender! Yummy!

    Reply
  24. Amanda says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:14 pm

    That looks delicious!

    Reply
  25. Dawn says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:31 pm

    I wish I made this for dinner last night! I love pot roast leftovers. I swear the longer they sit the better. Looks good Kevin!

    Reply
  26. Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:51 pm

    Perfect timing I was just looking for a great pot roast recipe and well as always here you are!!!

    Reply
  27. Cheryl says

    January 27, 2009 at 3:56 pm

    Kevin, that looks incredibly delish!

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  28. Lo says

    January 27, 2009 at 4:48 pm

    ah, yes. the beauty of pot roast.

    yours looks particularly tender and luscious. I’m with Sara – there’s nothing better than pot roast served with mashed taters!

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  29. Marysol says

    January 27, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    This is comforting, winter fare at its best. Kevin, do you deliver?

    Reply
  30. StickyGooeyCreamyChewy says

    January 27, 2009 at 5:16 pm

    You can never go wrong with a great pot roast! Comfort on a plate!

    Reply
  31. Pam says

    January 27, 2009 at 5:43 pm

    It’s snowing outside right now and this would be a perfect dinner – plus it would make my house smell wonderful all day long. Great recipe Kevin.

    Reply
  32. James Walsh says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:01 pm

    I always do this to the point cooking and then i put it in the slow cooker. It does a better job with a more consistent heat than the oven. Then i finish the sauce on the stove when it is finished.

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  33. Sophie says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:02 pm

    Kevin, this looks so delicious!

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  34. Jennifer says

    January 27, 2009 at 6:52 pm

    I actually love the veggies all mushy when you cook them all day.

    Your pot roast looks delish!

    Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  35. Pam says

    January 27, 2009 at 8:19 pm

    Yummy! I can’t wait to see what you do with the leftovers!

    Reply
  36. Marjie says

    January 27, 2009 at 8:22 pm

    I’m on board with your statement about not creating more dirty dishes, pots and pans. My girls laugh at me for washing out measuring cups and reusing them, instead of just getting another out of the cupboard; I tell them to wash the durn dishes, then talk to me.

    I’m with you; I love a good pot roast, and I love running the oven during the winter.

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  37. Jessy and her dog Winnie says

    January 27, 2009 at 10:14 pm

    Looks like great comfort food!

    Reply
  38. Debbie says

    January 27, 2009 at 11:31 pm

    We had pot roast for dinner tonight!!! I usually cook mine in a slow cooker….Yours sounds like it is full of flavor!

    Reply
  39. meeso says

    January 28, 2009 at 12:19 am

    Looks delicious… My friend was asking me about how to make pot roast yesterday, you have very good timing, I will give her your link!

    Reply
  40. Jan says

    January 28, 2009 at 12:26 am

    Looks and sound totally yummylicious. Perfect comfort food for this freezing weather. I made a slow cooked roast, and roasted veggies on Sunday just to have the oven on too. 🙂

    Reply
  41. MaryBeth says

    January 28, 2009 at 1:43 am

    I love pot roast and yours look beautiful Kevin.

    Reply
  42. Melissa says

    January 28, 2009 at 1:56 am

    Reminds me of Sunday dinner. 🙂 It looks delicious!

    Reply
  43. noobcook says

    January 28, 2009 at 2:47 am

    I recently got interested in roasting due to my new oven. Your roast looks so comforting 🙂

    Reply
  44. giz says

    January 28, 2009 at 3:23 am

    Fix it, forget it and then you’re a rock star. My kind of cooking.

    Reply
  45. lisa (dandysugar) says

    January 28, 2009 at 5:19 am

    Such homey comforting meals you have. It’s been a long time since I’ve had pot roast. Reminds me of my mom’s cooking! This looks delicious.

    Reply
  46. Debbie says

    January 28, 2009 at 6:25 am

    Hi

    quick question, what are “new” potatoes? I don’t cook much with potatoes and I’m only familiar with the red ones.

    Reply
  47. Shreya says

    January 28, 2009 at 10:21 am

    I have not heard of Pot Roast before, but your meal looks satisfying:-)

    Reply
  48. Annie says

    January 28, 2009 at 10:39 pm

    I crave pot roast when I’m pregnant. This looks divine! And I’m glad you are introducing the last commenter to it! Thanks for the yumminess!

    Reply
  49. Anonymous says

    January 29, 2009 at 1:48 am

    Delicious. Could you share how you made the gravy? Have you ever tried the same recipe in a Crock Pot? I’m curious whether you’d need to add more liquid.

    Reply
  50. Angela says

    January 29, 2009 at 3:51 am

    I’ve been afraid to try cooking a Pot Roast but after seeing your instructions, I’m going to give it a try. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  51. Queen B. says

    January 30, 2009 at 4:02 pm

    ooooooooooo ! Looks amazing !!

    Reply
  52. kellypea says

    January 30, 2009 at 6:02 pm

    I grew up eating pot roast and it’s a favorite. I’m noticing the mustard in the ingredients and haven’t tried that. Sounds delicious.

    Reply
  53. Kevin says

    January 31, 2009 at 2:08 am

    culinspiration: The gravy is pretty much just the sauce left over from braising the pot roast that was strained and seasoned with salt and pepper. If you wanted to thicken it up you could simmer it on the stove and mix in a slurry of flour and water and simmer until it thickens.

    Reply
  54. Maggie says

    January 31, 2009 at 4:43 pm

    Pot roast is such great comfort food, I have to try some mustard in my next one.

    Reply
  55. Jeanne says

    February 2, 2009 at 12:25 am

    I really don’t make potroasts often enough. Such a simple and delicious way of serving meat – yours looks fantastic.

    Reply
  56. Michelle says

    February 3, 2009 at 7:06 pm

    Thank you. Your pot roast looked so good, I had to try it. I did this past weekend, and it was a huge hit with everyone. So I thought I would continue my roll and try the Pot Roast Mushroom soup. Again, another success. Your recipe was so easy to follow and the meal was amazing. Thanks again.

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  57. Sweet P says

    February 6, 2009 at 12:51 am

    All I can say is yummy! I made this for dinner tonight along with the peas and bacon (I forgot to buy pancetta). The hardest part was having to deal with the wonderful smell all afternoon. Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
  58. ChefBliss.com says

    March 8, 2009 at 9:09 pm

    This looks wonderful!! I have had trouble with my last 2 pot roasts drying out — can’t wait to give this one a shot! Thanks!

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  59. Sage says

    September 19, 2009 at 9:55 pm

    This sounds and looks so good;I'm making it tomorrow. I just started bloggin and googled pot roast blog and your recipe came up. You make your recipes sound very tasty.
    Sage/Rita

    Reply
  60. ~Kristie says

    October 21, 2009 at 4:11 am

    I made this pot roast tonight and it turned out great. The seasonings are perfect and the smell is heavenly.

    The only thing I would suggest is looking for a lean piece of roast or trimming excess fat before cooking – my gravy came out way too fatty w/o this step. To remedy this I just cooled the gravy and skimmed the solids off the top before serving which worked out well.

    Thanks for all your great recipies!

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  61. ashley says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:06 pm

    looks tasty! i've been trying to get a decent photo of pot roast the last two years and haven't been successful yet. haha. looks delicious!

    Reply
  62. Neatza says

    February 21, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    Yes,This recipe looks realy delicious.But I think , beside the mashed potatoes some cranbery sauce it will make it devine.

    Reply
  63. Jodi says

    December 29, 2017 at 7:06 pm

    This is the best pot roast recipe I have ever tried. I substituted worstestshire sauce for the tomato paste because I didn't have the paste and just thought to try it instead. It was so good and this will be my go to recipe from now on.

    Reply

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