Creamy Garlic Pot Roast Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Season the pot roast with salt and pepper.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned.
• STEP 3.Transfer the roast to a slow cooker and add onions, garlic, beef broth, and herbs.
• STEP 4.Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-6 hours, until the meat is tender.
• STEP 5.Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes.
• STEP 6.In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
• STEP 7.Slowly pour in the cooking liquid from the slow cooker, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.
• STEP 8.Stir in heavy cream and minced garlic, and cook for a few more minutes until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
• STEP 9.Slice the pot roast and serve with the creamy garlic sauce.
• STEP 10.Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the slow cooker before cooking.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add more flour to the roux.
• Leftover pot roast can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pot roast and sauce in a covered baking dish and warm in the oven at 325掳F (163掳C) until heated through.
• Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pot roast can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pot roast and sauce in a covered baking dish and warm in the oven at 325掳F (163掳C) until heated through.
• Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread for a complete meal.