How Do You Make A Pot Roast In A Crock Pot?
With or without the gravy, this basic recipe makes a tasty and very tender slow-cooked pot roast. Time required does not include cooking time. Difficulty: EasyTime Required: 15 minutes Here’s How: • Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. • Season a 3 to 4 pound roast with salt and pepper then dust with flour. Choose a good chuck roast or bottom round. • Brown meat in the hot oil on all sides. Remove to a plate. Add 1/2 cup of water or beef broth to the skillet; stir to loosen browned bits. Remove from heat. • Halve and slice 2 large onions. Place in the bottom of a 3 1/2-quart (or larger) crockpot. • Cut 4 or 5 medium potatoes into 1-inch pieces; add to the onions. • Cut 2 or 3 carrots into 1/2-inch-thick rounds; add to vegetables in the crockpot. • Place browned roast on the vegetables. • Pour skillet juices over the roast and vegetables. • Season with a little more salt and pepper and add 1 bay leaf. • Cover and cook on the LOW setting for 9 to 11 hours, or on the HI
