Cracker Barrel Yankee Pot Roast Recipe
You’ll love that this recipe combines tender beef, rich gravy, and perfectly seasoned vegetables to capture the classic taste of a Sunday roast.Don’t skip the step of searing your roast in olive oil; it locks in the juicy flavors and gives the meat an irresistible crust.Consider using a Dutch oven for an authentic cooking experience and to ensure even heat distribution throughout the cooking process.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Chuck Roast
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 3 Carrots sliced
- 3 Potatoes cut into chunks
- 2 Onions quartered
- 1 cup Red Wine
- 1 tsp Thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- Brown it on all sides to develop rich flavors.
- Add beef broth and red wine to the pot.
- Bring the liquid to a simmer.
- Deglaze the pot by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Include the carrots, potatoes, and onions in the pot.
- Sprinkle thyme over all ingredients for added aroma.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low.
- Let it cook for 3 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Check occasionally and adjust the seasoning.
- Remove the pot from heat.
- Let the roast rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve with vegetables and sauce from the pot.
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