Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast

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## 👩‍🍳 Instructions

### Step 1: Sear the Roast (Optional but Recommended)
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the roast generously with salt and pepper, then sear each side until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side). This adds a deep, rich flavor to your pot roast.

### Step 2: Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker
Place carrots and potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the seared roast on top, then add onions and garlic. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and season with thyme and rosemary. If using tomato paste or wine, add it now.

### Step 3: Cook Low and Slow
Cover and cook on **low for 8–10 hours** or on **high for 5–6 hours**, until the meat is fall-apart tender and the vegetables are soft.

### Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
Remove the roast and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with the carrots, potatoes, and a ladle of that flavorful cooking broth. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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## 🍽️ Serving Suggestions

This pot roast is perfect on its own, but you can elevate it with:
– Warm dinner rolls or crusty bread
– A simple green salad
– Mashed potatoes (if you didn’t cook them with the roast)
– A glass of red wine for pairing

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## 💡 Tips for Success

– **Chuck roast** is the best cut for pot roast—it becomes tender and juicy over slow cooking.
– You can thicken the cooking liquid into a gravy by whisking in a cornstarch slurry at the end and simmering in a saucepan.
– **Meal prep win**: Pot roast tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

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## 🧡 Why We Love It

This **Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast** is the kind of meal that brings people together. It’s nostalgic, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Just a few basic ingredients and your slow cooker are all it takes to create a meal that feels like a warm hug on a cold day.

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or stocking up on leftovers, this pot roast is always a good idea.

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**Ready to make your house smell like love?** Dust off that slow cooker, grab your favorite roast, and let the magic begin.

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