Cajun Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Cajun Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs rump roast; 2 ¼ cups Italian salad dressing; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ cup water; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 2 bay leaves; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 1 can sliced mushrooms, with liquid; 1 medium yellow onion, sliced; 7 whole cloves

Servings: persons

4 lbs rump roast
2 ¼ cups Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 bay leaves
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 can sliced mushrooms, with liquid
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
7 whole cloves

1
Combine the roast and 2 cups of salad dressing in a large plastic storage bag.
2
Seal tightly.
3
Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
4
Preheat a heavy Dutch oven over high heat.
5
Add the oil.
6
Remove the roast from the marinade and add to the pan.
7
Brown on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Sprinkle meat with seasoned salt and pepper.
9
Add water,the remaining 1/4 cup salad dressing, the vinegar, garlic, mushrooms with liquid, onion, bay leaves, 7 whole cloves.
10
Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for two to three hours, until very tender.

101

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Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs rump roast, 2 ¼ cups Italian salad dressing, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, and more.

Yes, Cajun Pot Roast 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!

Cajun Pot Roast

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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