UPER EASY POT ROAST

Ingredients

• 3–4 lb beef chuck roast
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt & black pepper
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 carrots, cut into chunks
• 4 potatoes, cut into chunks
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)

Instructions

1. Season the roast
   Pat the beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the meat
   Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the roast for about 4 minutes per side.
3. Add veggies
   Put onions, carrots, potatoes, and garlic around the roast.
4. Pour liquids
   Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle thyme if using.
5. Cook low and slow
   Cover and cook:
   • Oven: 300°F (150°C) for 3–4 hours
     or
   • Slow cooker: LOW for 8 hours
6. Serve
   The beef should pull apart easily with a fork. Spoon juices over everything before serving.

Easy Tips

• Chuck roast works best because it becomes very tender.
• Add mushrooms or celery if you like.
• Leftovers make great sandwiches.

Optional Gravy

Remove the meat and veggies. Simmer the liquid with:

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
  until thickened.