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Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef Roast

Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef Roast: A Hug in a Bowl

Enjoy a melt-in-your-mouth Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef Roast, perfect for hearty family meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Roast
  • 1 lb Beef Pot Roast Choose tougher cuts like cross rib or bottom blade for optimal tenderness
  • 1 medium Onion Adds sweetness and depth
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances aroma and taste
  • 2 leaf Bay Leaves Impart earthy notes but remove before serving
For the Gravy
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Provides a moisture and flavor base
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Enhances richness with a slight acidity
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar Key ingredient for the distinctive flavor
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami
  • 1 tbsp Honey Balances the acidity
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Offers a tangy flavor
  • 1 tbsp Rosemary Adds an herbal note
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Helps thicken the gravy
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Brightens the dish with freshness
Seasonings
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 tsp Sugar Just a pinch can balance the flavors in the gravy

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef pot roast with salt and pepper, ensuring an even coat.
  2. Place sliced onions, minced garlic, and bay leaves in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Carefully place the seasoned beef pot roast on top of the layer of onions and garlic.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, rosemary, and remaining salt and pepper.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  6. Once cooked, remove bay leaves and transfer the beef to a plate to rest for about 10 minutes.
  7. Whisk together flour with water, then pour cooking juices into a saucepan and bring to a simmer, whisking until gravy thickens.
  8. Stir in fresh parsley and adjust seasoning with sugar if needed.
  9. Slice the beef roast and serve it topped with the gravy over creamy mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. This dish can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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