When it comes to warm, comforting meals, it’s hard to beat a tender pot roast that practically falls apart on your fork. For many people, Sundays meant the cozy smell of beef cooking all day with potatoes, onions, and carrots—simple ingredients that turned into a memorable family dinner. It’s the kind of food that fills your stomach and feels like a hug from the inside.
This slow cooker recipe brings you all those familiar flavors without a lot of work. A simple chuck roast becomes incredibly soft and juicy while the cooking liquid transforms into a savory, silky gravy. Whether you’re feeding the family or having guests over, this dish is a guaranteed comfort classic with very little effort.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gravy
Ingredients
Ingredient Amount Notes
Chuck roast (or beef shoulder) 3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg) Main meat
Vegetable or olive oil 2 tbsp For browning
Salt 1 tsp Seasoning
Black pepper ½ tsp Seasoning
Garlic powder 1 tsp Flavor
Onion powder 1 tsp Flavor
Thyme 1 tsp dried or 2 fresh sprigs Herb
Rosemary 1 tsp dried or 2 fresh sprigs Herb
Onion 1 large, sliced Aroma and sweetness
Carrots 4, cut into chunks Traditional veggie
Potatoes 3–4, chopped into chunks Hearty addition
Beef broth 3 cups Cooking liquid
Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp Flavor enhancer
Tomato paste 2 tbsp (optional) Adds richness
Cornstarch 2 tbsp To thicken gravy
Cold water 2 tbsp For slurry
Instructions
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