Bavarian Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Bavarian Pot Roast Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lb Beef round bottom round roast; 2 Tbsp. Cooking fat Salt Pepper; 1 1/2 c. Apple juice; 8 ounce Tomato sauce; 1/2 c. Onion, minced; 1 tsp Ginger; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 Tbsp. Vinegar; 1 x Bay leaf; 1/4 c. Flour, for gravy

Servings: persons

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In a Dutch oven, or possibly large pan with a tight-fitting cover, brown meat in fat.
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Season with salt and pepper and remove from pan.
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Pour off fat drippings.
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Add in the apple juice, tomato sauce, onion, ginger, cinnamon, salt, vinegar, and bay leaf; mix well.
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Return meat to pan.
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Cover and simmer for 3 1/2 to 4 hrs, or possibly till done.
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(Or possibly cook in a 325F oven for same amount of time.)
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Turn meat once to cook it proportionately throughout.
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When done, remove meat and keep hot.
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Throw away bay leaf.
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For 2 c. of gravy, pour liquid from pan into a 2-c. measuring c.. Let stand for 1 minute to allow fat to come to top.
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Throw away all but 4 Tbsp.
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(or possibly less) of fat.
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Add in sufficient water (or possibly other liquid) to measure 1 1/2 c. of liquid.
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Return to pan.
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In same c., measure 1/2 c. cool water and blend in flour.
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Add in mix slowly to liquid in pan.
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Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook till thickened, about 3 min.
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Taste gravy and correct seasoning, if necessary, with salt and pepper.
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Slice meat; serve gravy separately.

1832

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

179

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lb Beef round bottom round roast, 2 Tbsp. Cooking fat Salt Pepper, 1 1/2 c. Apple juice, 8 ounce Tomato sauce, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!