Description
Silky smooth no-bake cheesecake whispers pure dessert elegance with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Creamy philadelphia cream cheese meets graham cracker crust, delivering classic indulgence you can craft in minutes without heating your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3.4 lb (1.54 kg) chuck roast
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 potatoes, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Liquid and Thickening Agents:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 cup cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the roast by generously coating the chuck with a blend of aromatic seasonings, ensuring an even distribution of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high temperature, creating a sizzling surface for optimal caramelization.
- Carefully position the seasoned roast in the hot skillet, searing each side for 3-4 minutes until a rich, golden-brown crust develops, which will lock in the meat’s natural flavors.
- Create a flavorful base in the slow cooker by layering chopped onions, roughly cut carrots, and quartered potatoes to provide a robust foundation for the roast.
- Gently place the perfectly seared roast atop the vegetable bed, allowing it to nestle comfortably.
- Pour a carefully measured combination of beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and aromatic herbs including thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves around the meat, ensuring complete coverage.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the roast to simmer on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 5-6 hours, transforming the meat into a tender, melt-in-your-mouth delicacy.
- Once cooking is complete, delicately remove the roast and vegetables, setting them aside while preparing the gravy.
- Create a smooth cornstarch slurry by whisking cold water and cornstarch in a small bowl until completely integrated.
- Stir the slurry into the remaining cooking liquid, allowing it to simmer and thicken for 5-10 minutes, creating a rich, glossy gravy.
- Shred the roast using two forks, discarding the bay leaves, and gently fold the meat back into the gravy.
- Present the pot roast with a generous drizzle of gravy, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- Boost meat tenderness by selecting well-marbled chuck roast with good fat content for maximum flavor and juiciness.
- Searing creates rich caramelization, developing deep brown crust that locks in delicious meaty flavors before slow cooking.
- Avoid lifting crockpot lid during cooking to maintain consistent temperature and prevent moisture loss, ensuring meat remains succulent and perfectly tender.
- Customize vegetable selection by adding celery, parsnips, or sweet potatoes for varied texture and enhanced nutritional profile without compromising traditional pot roast essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours (LOW) / 5-6 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 591
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1446 mg
- Fat: 38.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 17.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21.6 g
- Fiber: 3.6 g
- Protein: 47.6 g
- Cholesterol: 161.3 mg