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Cozy Lazy Sunday Crockpot Pot Roast Recipe with Easy Herb Gravy

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A comforting and easy slow-cooked pot roast with a rich herb gravy, perfect for a hands-off cozy Sunday meal. The roast is tender and juicy, simmered with fresh herbs and vegetables for deep flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch/arrowroot powder for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the roast to the crockpot.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions, chopped celery, and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened and lightly colored. Add smashed garlic cloves and cook for 1-2 minutes to release aroma.
  4. Deglaze the pan by pouring in red wine (or additional broth if skipping wine) and tomato paste. Stir and scrape browned bits from the pan bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Add the sautéed vegetables and wine mixture over the roast in the crockpot. Pour in beef broth, then add rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  6. When done, remove meat and vegetables to a serving platter and cover with foil to keep warm. Pour cooking liquid into a saucepan.
  7. Melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour to make a roux. Slowly add cooking liquid, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened. Simmer 3-5 minutes and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Slice or shred the pot roast and serve with herb gravy and vegetables. Enjoy with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Notes

For gluten-free gravy, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Adding baby potatoes or parsnips with the vegetables is a great variation. Do not skip searing the roast for best flavor. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Adjust gravy thickness by adding broth or simmering longer.

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