Pot Roast in the Slow Cooker

prep time:
20 min
total time:
4 hr
Makes 4 servings
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ingredients

  • 4# Chuck rib roast
  • 3 Cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
  • 1 Bay leaf, crumbled
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 oz. Canola oil
  • 2 Medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 Medium onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 Ribs celery, chopped
  • 12 Black peppercorns
  • 1/2 Bunch fresh thyme
  • 1 c. Red wine
  • 1 qt. Beef stock (approximately)

directions

  • 1

    1. Using a thin -bladed knife, make some holes in the roast and insert the garlic slivers all over.

  • 2

    2. Mix the crumbled bay leaf with salt and pepper and rub all over the roast.

  • 3

    3. Heat the oil over medium-heat heat and sear the roast on all sides.

  • 4

    4. Once browned on all sides, remove the meat and add the vegetables. Cook until somewhat browned and a bit softened.

  • 5

    5. Put roast, vegetables, peppercorns, & thyme in slow cooker. Add wine and enough stock to cover. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.

  • 6

    6. Remove pot roast and strain the liquid forcing the vegetables through a wire mesh sieve.

  • 7

    7. Reduce the braising liquid until thickened. Check seasoning and serve over sliced pot roast.

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