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Beef Roast in Crock Pot

A tender and flavorful beef roast cooked slowly in a crock pot with vegetables and savory seasonings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3-4 pounds beef roast chuck or round
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 carrots sliced
  • 4 potatoes cubed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Equipment

  • Crock pot or slow cooker
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the beef roast generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Place the seasoned roast in the hot skillet and brown it on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. While the beef is browning, chop the onion, carrots, and potatoes.
  5. Transfer the browned roast to the crock pot and layer the chopped vegetables around it.
  6. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the roast and vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle dried thyme and rosemary on top of everything.
  8. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 8 hours.

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes, fresh green salad or crusty bread.