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 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 (2 1/2- to 3-pound) piece beef chuck, trimmed of fat; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup beef stock (page 91) or water; 2 tablespoons quick-mixing flour (such as Wondra); 6 red potatoes, unpeeled, halved; 6 small carrots; 2 yellow onions, quartered; 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 (2 1/2- to 3-pound) piece beef chuck, trimmed of fat
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup beef stock (page 91) or water
2 tablespoons quick-mixing flour (such as Wondra)
6 red potatoes, unpeeled, halved
6 small carrots
2 yellow onions, quartered
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine the all-purpose flour and salt in a large resealable plastic bag.
2
Add the meat and shake until evenly coated.
3
Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat and add the oil.
4
Add the meat and cook, turning, for about 15 minutes, until browned on all sides.
5
Transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
6
In a small bowl, combine the water and quick-mixing flour and stir to form a slurry.
7
Arrange the potatoes, carrots, and onions on top of the meat and pour in the slurry and the vinegar.
8
Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours, until the meat is very tender.
9
Evenly divide the meat and vegetables among dinner plates and spoon on the thickened juices.
10
Serve at once.

446

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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

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 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 (2 1/2- to 3-pound) piece beef chuck, trimmed of fat, 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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