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**Pot Roast over Mashed Potatoes: A Hearty Comfort Food Delight**
### Why You’ll Love Pot Roast over Mashed Potatoes
– **Tender and Flavorful**: The slow cooking process makes the pot roast incredibly tender, while the rich broth infuses it with deep, savory flavors.
– **Classic Comfort Food**: Mashed potatoes and pot roast are the ultimate comfort food pairing, offering a satisfying and hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
– **Simple Ingredients**: This dish uses basic, everyday ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen, making it an affordable and easy option for a delicious meal.
– **One-Pot Wonder**: While the pot roast cooks, you can prepare the mashed potatoes, making this a low-maintenance, hands-off meal that gives you time to relax or tackle other tasks.
#### For the Pot Roast:
– 3-4 lb boneless chuck roast (or your preferred cut for pot roast)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 cups beef broth (or stock)
– 1 cup red wine (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
– 3-4 medium potatoes, cut into chunks (optional, for adding to the pot for extra flavor)
#### For the Mashed Potatoes:
– 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1/2 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese for extra creaminess
Step 1: Sear the Pot Roast
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, season the pot roast with salt and pepper, and sear the roast on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). This step helps lock in the flavors and juices.
2. Remove the roast from the skillet and set it aside.