Description
This full meal delivers everything: melt-in-your-mouth beef, buttery mashed potatoes, and tender carrots—all slow-cooked to perfection. Packed with protein and bold flavors, it’s the ideal prep-ahead dinner for cozy nights or meal planning.
Ingredients
For the Pot Roast:
6–8 lbs arm or chuck roast
2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
2 tsp salt
2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 onions, sliced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Sear Roast (optional): Heat olive oil in a pan, sear roast on all sides.
Slow Cook: Place roast in slow cooker. Add seasonings, garlic, onion, Worcestershire, broth, and balsamic. Top with carrots.
Cook on LOW for 8–9 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
Thicken Sauce (optional): Remove roast, whisk cornstarch + water into broth, cook on high until thickened.
Mash Potatoes: Boil until tender, then mash with butter, milk, and seasonings. Stir in sour cream or garlic if using.
Serve roast with carrots and mashed potatoes. Spoon sauce over top.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 860
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Protein: 84g