Apple Juice Roast Recipe

Name: Apple Juice Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 medium onions, Sliced; 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons shortening; 1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1 cup apple juice; 1/8 teaspoon basil leaves; 1 tablespoon catsup; 3 large sweet potatoes, pared and cut into pieces; 1 teaspoon salt; lemon juice; -------GARNISHES-------; parsley, chopped; apple, cut in rings

Servings: persons

4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium onions, Sliced
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons shortening
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 cup apple juice
1/8 teaspoon basil leaves
1 tablespoon catsup
3 large sweet potatoes, pared and cut into pieces
1 teaspoon salt
lemon juice
-------GARNISHES-------
parsley, chopped
apple, cut in rings

1
Cook onions in 1 Tbsp butter or shortening in Dutch oven until tender-crisp; set aside. Brown roast in remaining butter or shortening in Dutch oven over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes or until browned on both sides.
2
Pierce entire surface of meat with fork.
3
Combine apple juice, catsup, salt, pepper, thyme, mustard and basil; add to meat. Top meat with reserved cooked onions; cover and cook slowly 2 1/2 hours or until almost tender.
4
Brush sweet potatoes with lemon juice for bright color; add to meat. Continue cooking, covere d, 30 to 40 minutes or until meat and potatoes are tender.
5
Place meat and potatoes on warm platter.
6
Sprinkle potatoes with chopped parsley or garnish with apple rings and parsley, if desired.
7
Serve gravy over sliced meat. NOTE: After apple juice mixture is added to browned meat, it may be marinated in the refrigerator until 3 to 4 hours before serving time; turn meat several times.
8
If Dutch oven is cast iron, transfer to a glass dish.
9
GRAVY: Skim excess fat from cooking liquid; add water if needed to make 1 1/2 cups.
10
Mix 1/2 cup water and 2 Tbsp Unbleached Flour; stir gradually into cooking liquid.
11
Heat to boiling; cook, stirring 3 to 5 minutes.
12
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
13
Gravy may be served in Large Apple that has been scooped out, if desired.

1297

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 2 medium onions, Sliced, 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves, and more.

Yes, Apple Juice Roast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Juice Roast

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