Pot Roast With Chipotle-Fruit Sauce

1. 1

   Trim fat from roast.

2. 2

   If necessary, cut roast to fit in a 3 1/2 - 4 quart slow cooker.

3. 3

   Sprinkle both sides of meat with garlic-pepper seasoning.

4. 4

   Place roast in the cooker.

5. 5

   Add fruit, 1/2 cup water, and the chipotle peppers.

6. 6

   Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10-11 hours or on high-heat setting for 5-5 1/2 hours.

7. 7

   Transfer roast and fruit to a serving platter; cover and keep warm.

8. 8

   Transfer cooking liquid to a bowl or measuring cup; skim off fat.

9. 9

   In a medium saucepan, combine the 1 tablespoons cold water and the cornstarch; add cooking liquid.

10. 10

    Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir for 2 minutes more.

11. 11

    To serve, spoon sauce over meat and fruit.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.