Slow cooker pot roast

A slow cooker pot roast is such a comforting and easy meal to make! Here’s a simple recipe to make a delicious pot roast:

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lb beef chuck roast

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

• 1 bay leaf

Instructions:

1. Sear the roast:

   • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Season the roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.

   • Once the skillet is hot, sear the roast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it’s browned.

   • Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.

2. Add vegetables:

   • Arrange the chopped onions, carrots, and potatoes around the roast in the slow cooker.

3. Prepare the broth:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and minced garlic.

   • Pour the broth mixture over the roast and vegetables in the slow cooker.

4. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is fork-tender.