Apple Juice Roast Beef Recipe

Name: Apple Juice Roast Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast; 2 onions, sliced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup apple juice; 1 tablespoon catsup; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves; 1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1/8 teaspoon basil leaves; 3 sweet potatoes; 1 lemon juice; 1 apple ring; parsley; gravy

Servings: persons

4 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
2 onions, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon catsup
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/8 teaspoon basil leaves
3 sweet potatoes
1 lemon juice
1 apple ring
parsley
gravy

1
Cook onions in 1 tbsp butter or shortening in Dutch oven until tender-crisp; set aside.
2
Brown roast in remaining butter or shortening in Dutch oven over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes or until browned on both sides. 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, covered, 30 to 40 minutes or until meat and potatoes are tender. Place meat and potatoes on warm platter.
5
Sprinkle potatoes with chopped parsley or garinish with apple rings and parsley, if desired. Serve gravy over sliced meat.

1314

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, 2 onions, sliced, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 cup apple juice, and more.

Yes, Apple Juice Roast Beef 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 Beef

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