The Cheap Chef Slow Cooker Roast Beef Easy! from www.cheap-chef.com
Introduction
If you're looking for a delicious and hands-off way to cook a tender and flavorful roast beef, then look no further than your slow cooker! This recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare, and then you can leave it to cook low and slow all day, resulting in a mouthwatering dinner that practically falls apart on your fork.
Ingredients
To make this slow cooker roast beef recipe, you will need the following ingredients: - 3-4 lb beef chuck roast - 1 onion, diced - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 2 cups beef broth - 1 cup red wine - 2 tbsp tomato paste - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce - 1 tbsp dried thyme - 1 tbsp dried rosemary - Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing your beef chuck roast. Remove any excess fat or gristle from the meat, and season it generously with salt and pepper on all sides. 2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, and once it's hot, add the seasoned beef to the pan. Sear the meat on all sides until it develops a nice brown crust, about 2-3 minutes per side. 3. While the meat is searing, dice one onion and mince three cloves of garlic. Add them to the bottom of your slow cooker. 4. Once the meat is browned, transfer it to the slow cooker and place it on top of the onions and garlic. 5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of beef broth, 1 cup of red wine, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of dried thyme, and 1 tablespoon of dried rosemary. Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. 6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is tender and falls apart easily with a fork. 7. Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain. 8. Serve the beef with the sauce from the slow cooker spooned over the top.
Nutrition
This slow cooker roast beef recipe serves 8-10 people, depending on the size of your roast. Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving: - Calories: 330 - Fat: 17g - Carbohydrates: 5g - Protein: 36g
Conclusion
This slow cooker roast beef recipe is a perfect way to make a satisfying and delicious meal with minimal effort. Letting the beef cook low and slow all day allows the flavors to meld together and results in a tender and juicy roast that is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. Try this recipe out next time you're craving a hearty and comforting meal!
