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Mississippi Pot Roast
This recipe is so near and dear to my heart, I make this every single time my in-laws visit us, it’s the definition of cozy and it’s so easy to make and serve with a side of mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. If preferred, you can cook the potatoes and carrots right in the oven or crock pot with the pot roast! I have lots of tips and tricks for this recipe- let’s get to it!
How to Make it
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions. Oven and Instant Pot methods are outlined in the notes section of the recipe card.
Crock Pot
Sear the roast and transfer to the Crock Pot. (Optional, but adds a lot of nice texture and color.) Sprinkle the Au Jus and Ranch Seasoning Mix over the roast. Top with cubed butter and pepperoncini peppers. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 5-6. Carrots and Yukon gold potatoes can be added at the beginning of the cooking process as well.
Do You Have to Sear a Pot Roast Before Slow Cooking?
I highly recommend giving your pot roast a nice crispy sear on the outside. It gives it a really nice texture, color, and depth of flavor. Fun Fact: Contrary to popular belief searing Pot Roast prior to cooking it doesn’t help to lock in moisture. TheKitchn explains this in more detail.
Best Cuts of Meat for Pot Roast
Chuck roasts (the best option) Rump roasts (2nd best) Bottom rounds (3rd best)
Storage
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. This meal does freeze and reheat well.
6-quart Crock Pot. This is the size I have and I love it. You can also sear meat in the removable crock insert right on the Stove Top. Gravy Boat– I have this one, it has a candle on the bottom that keeps the gravy warm! Fat Separator– You’ll want one with a strainer on the top to catch any solids when you pour the gravy into it, and one that has a bottom release so you can dispense the gravy right into the gravy boat and easily leave out the fat. Serving Platter– I love these!
What to Serve with Pot Roast
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