How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 beef eye round roast (3 to 4 pounds), 1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce, 1 cup water, 1 envelope onion soup mix, and more.

Is Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast?

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

Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 beef eye round roast (3 to 4 pounds); 1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce; 1 cup water; 1 envelope onion soup mix; 4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces; 5 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces

Try this homemade Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast recipe the whole family will love. Made with beef, chili sauce, water and onion soup. Easy ste…

This Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Pot Roast relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as water and envelope onion soup mix. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 183 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 beef eye round roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1 cup water
1 envelope onion soup mix
4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
5 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
183 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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