Description
An easy, hands-off comfort meal yielding tender roast beef and rich au jus for dipping, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb chuck roast
- 1–2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- Sear the roast in a hot skillet with oil until browned on all sides (about 3–4 minutes per side).
- Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.
- Add sliced onion, smashed garlic, beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Remove the roast, shred or slice it, and strain the cooking liquid.
- Optionally, reduce the cooking liquid on the stovetop to concentrate flavor or thicken with a cornstarch slurry.
- Serve the beef on toasted rolls with au jus for dipping.
Notes
For best flavor, always sear the roast first and strain/reduce the au jus before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American