Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast Plus Extras

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 lbs chuck roast
• 1 onion (1 lb)
• 4 carrots (1 lb)
• 4 celery stalks (1 lb)
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp water
• 1/2 cup mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

8-10 hours on low

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the roast with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, brown the roast on all sides over medium heat.
3. Place the roast and vegetables in a slow cooker.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the wine, broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices.
5. Pour the liquid over the roast.
6. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
7. Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
8. To thicken the gravy, combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
9. Add the slurry to the slow cooker and cook on high for 5 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened.
10. Serve the roast with the gravy and mashed potatoes.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 600
• Fat: 30g
• Protein: 50g
• Carbohydrates: 50g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and juicy
• Perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "The roast was so tender and flavorful, it melted in my mouth."
• "The gravy was rich and delicious, and the mashed potatoes were the perfect accompaniment."
• "This is a great recipe for a special occasion. My guests raved about it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality roast for the best results.
• Brown the roast well before cooking to develop more flavor.
• Don't overcook the roast, or it will become dry and tough.
• If you don't have dry red wine, you can substitute with white wine or beef broth.