That’s the ultimate comfort meal—tender, slow-cooked beef with rich gravy over buttery mashed potatoes 😋 Here’s a simple, foolproof way to make it:
🍖 Slow-Cooked Pot Roast with Gravy
🥩 Ingredients
- 1–1.5 kg beef chuck roast
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 3–4 carrots (chunked)
- 3 potatoes (optional, for roasting)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp flour (for thickening)
- Salt, black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 2 tbsp oil
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sear the Meat
- Heat oil in a pan
- Season the beef with salt and pepper
- Sear on all sides until browned (locks in flavor)
2. Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Place onions, carrots, and garlic at the bottom
- Add the seared beef on top
3. Add Liquid & Flavor
- Mix broth + tomato paste + herbs
- Pour over the meat
4. Slow Cook
- Cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 4–5 hours
- Meat should be fork-tender
🥣 Make the Gravy
- Remove the beef
- Strain or use the cooking liquid
- Mix 1 tbsp flour with a little water
- Stir into the liquid and simmer until thick
🥔 Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4–5 potatoes (peeled, chopped)
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until soft
- Mash with butter and milk
- Season until smooth and creamy
🍽️ Serve
- Place mashed potatoes on a plate
- Top with shredded pot roast
- Pour warm gravy over everything
💡 Tips
- Add mushrooms for extra depth
- A splash of Worcestershire sauce boosts flavor
- Let the meat rest before shredding
Rich, hearty, and perfect for family dinners ❤️
If you want, I can give you a pressure cooker (instant pot) version or a budget-friendly variation.
