Slow Cooker Roast Beef Recipe

Here’s a tender and flavorful Slow Cooker Roast Beef recipe that’s simple, hearty, and perfect for a comforting meal with minimal effort:

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🥩 Slow Cooker Roast Beef Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3–4 lb chuck roast (or rump roast)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, sliced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 carrots, chopped

• 3–4 potatoes, chopped (Yukon gold or red)

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

• 1 bay leaf

• Salt & pepper, to taste

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Optional Additions:

• 1 tbsp tomato paste (for extra depth)

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening the gravy at the end)

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🔪 Instructions:

1. Sear the Roast (Optional but Recommended)
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
   Sear the roast on all sides (about 2–3 minutes per side) until browned.
   This step locks in flavor.

2. Layer the Veggies
   Place the onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes in the bottom of your slow cooker.

3. Add the Roast
   Place the seared roast on top of the vegetables.

4. Mix the Liquid
   In a bowl, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour over the roast.

5. Slow Cook

   • Low for 8–10 hours or

   • High for 4–5 hours
     Until the beef is fork-tender and the veggies are soft.

6. Make Gravy (Optional)
   Remove the roast and veggies.
   To thicken the liquid: Mix cornstarch and water, stir into the juices in the slow cooker, and cook on high for 5–10 minutes.

7. Serve
   Slice or shred the beef. Serve with vegetables and spoon over the gravy.

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🍷 Serving Tips:

• Great with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes

• Leftovers make amazing roast beef sandwiches

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