Old-Fashioned Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4-pound) beef sirloin tip roast; 1 to 2 bacon slices, chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 3/4 teaspoons salt, divided; 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1 cup bourbon; 1 cup Burgundy or other dry red wine; All-purpose flour

Servings: persons

1
Cut deep slits in fatty portion of roast; insert chopped bacon. Sprinkle roast with 2 tablespoons flour.
2
Brown all sides of roast in hot oil in an ovenproof Dutch oven. Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and next 4 ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and cover.
3
Bake at 325u00b0 for 1 1/2 hours or until tender.
4
Remove roast from Dutch oven; keep warm. Measure drippings, and return to Dutch oven. Whisk together 1/4 cup water and 1 tablespoon flour per cup of drippings. Whisk flour mixture, remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper into drippings; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Serve with roast.

293

kcal

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4-pound) beef sirloin tip roast, 1 to 2 bacon slices, chopped, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashioned 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.

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Old-Fashioned Pot Roast

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