Mom T'S Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Mom T'S Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 lbs chuck roast; 2 tablespoons Crisco; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package onion soup mix (optional); 1 bay leaf; 2 onions, cut into 1/8 's; 2 carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks; 3 potatoes, cubed; salt and pepper; 2 beef bouillon cubes; flour, to thicken gravy

Servings: persons

1
Heat large, heavy bottomed pan. Melt Crisco.
2
Brown roast on all sides in hot Crisco.
3
Salt and pepper to taste.
4
Sprinkle roast with onion soup mix if using.
5
Cover roast with water and add bay leaf and onions; simmer 2 hours.
6
Add carrots and potatoes to pot.
7
Cook until veggies are tender, about 40 minutes.
8
Remove roast and veggies from pot and set aside.
9
Add bouillon cubes to liquid and simmer. Skip the bouillon if you added onion soup mix.
10
Thicken, with flour mixed with water to make a slurry, as desired by adding slurry a little at a time, stirring constantly to ensure it mixes in well.

233

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -5 lbs chuck roast, 2 tablespoons Crisco, 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package onion soup mix (optional), 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Mom T'S 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!

Mom T'S Pot Roast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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