Old Fashion Traditional Pot Roast
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The basic recipe came from the Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook (Anna's favorite). This is our standard pot roast, usually we use the slow cooker method below.


2 1/2 - 3 lb beef roast, your favorite cut
2 tbls vegetable oil
1 tbls Worcestershire Sauce
1 beef bouillon cube
1/2 cup dry white wine
water, to cover the roast
1 tsp dried basil
several small new "red" potatoes
some small onions, halved or quartered
several baby carrots
1 stalks of celery, cut into 1" pieces

Trim the fat from the roast. Brown the roast in a heavy 8 quart pan.

While the meat browns combine the hot water, beef bouillon cube, worcestershire sauce, and basil in a bowl. When the meat is browned pour the liquid mixture over the roast. Cover and let cook until the roast is tender, at least 1 to 2 hours. Add water as needed.

When the roast is tender add the vegetables and continue to cook until the vegetables are done. Serve warm.

Slow Cooker Method: Brown the roast in a skillet, then place it into the the slow cooker. Then add the liquid ingredients, and follow the rest of the instructions (cooking time can be 6 - 8 hours depending on the temperature setting of the cooker).

Cliff Note: One 12 oz can of tomato juice, or 1 cup of white wine, can be added to the liquid mixture for a little added variety.

 

Source: Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook