Easy Pot Roast

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Beef Roast - 2 pounds (approx. 900 grams)
2. Salt - 1 teaspoon
3. Black Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
4. Onion - 1 large, chopped
5. Carrots - 2 medium, sliced
6. Celery - 2 stalks, chopped
7. Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
8. Beef Stock - 2 cups
9. Tomato Paste - 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 3-4 hours (low heat)

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Season the beef roast with salt and pepper.
3. In a deep pot or Dutch oven, place the roast and add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery.
4. Add the minced garlic and stir gently.
5. Pour the beef stock over the roast, ensuring it covers most of the meat.
6. Cover the pot and place in the preheated oven for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
7. Remove from the oven and transfer the roast to a serving dish.
8. Skim off any excess fat from the cooking liquid and stir in the tomato paste.
9. Pour the sauce over the roast and serve with your choice of side dishes.

Nutritional Information: (Based on a standard nutritional analysis)

• Calories: Approx. 500 calories per serving (based on an 8oz serving of beef)
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Protein: 45g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a classic American comfort food, rich and flavorful with a tender beef roast slowly cooked in a flavorful sauce.
• The dish is perfect for colder weather and can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as potatoes, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

User Comments:

1. "This pot roast is amazing! The meat is so tender and juicy."
2. "The sauce is so flavorful, my family loved it."
3. "I made this for a weekend dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the tenderness of the meat."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a low heat setting to ensure the meat cooks slowly and evenly, resulting in a tender and juicy roast.
• If you have time, marinating the beef roast overnight in a mixture of beef stock, salt, pepper, and herbs will enhance the flavor of the dish.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt or pepper if needed.