Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gremolata Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gremolata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs boneless cross-rib roast, trimmed; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 cups onions, chopped; 1 cup low sodium beef broth; 3/4 cup red wine; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 fresh thyme sprigs, plus; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme sprig, reserved for gremolata; 4 garlic cloves, crushed plus; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped reserved for gremolata; 2 bay leaves; 3 large carrots, peeled and cut in 1 inch pieces; 2 lbs baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs boneless cross-rib roast, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup low sodium beef broth
3/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 fresh thyme sprigs, plus
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme sprig, reserved for gremolata
4 garlic cloves, crushed plus
1 garlic clove, finely chopped reserved for gremolata
2 bay leaves
3 large carrots, peeled and cut in 1 inch pieces
2 lbs baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated

1
Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper.
2
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over med high.
3
Coat pan with cooking spray.
4
Add roast to pan; cook 5 min, turning to brown on all sides.
5
Transfer roast to slow cooker.
6
Recoat skillet with spray.
7
Add onion to pan; saute 8 min or til tender.
8
Add broth and next 6 ingredients to pan; bring to a simmer.
9
Add broth mixture to slow cooker.
10
Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.
11
Reduce heat to low and cook 4 hours.
12
Remove bay leaves and thyme springs from slow cooker; discard.
13
Remove roast from slow cooker and shred with 2 forks.
14
To prepare gremolata, combine parsley, chopped garlic and thyme, and lemon peel, stirring well.
15
Serve with roast and veggie mixture.

563

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs boneless cross-rib roast, trimmed, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gremolata 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!

Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gremolata

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Variations & substitutions

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