Cast Iron Pot Roast Recipe

July 17, 2023 Post a Comment

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Description

This cast iron pot roast recipe is a classic comfort food that is simple yet flavorful. It’s a hearty and delicious meal that’s perfect for dinner. The beef is cooked in a cast iron pot with tender carrots and potatoes. The pot roast is cooked low and slow in a flavorful broth and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Prep Time

This cast iron pot roast recipe takes about 10 minutes of active preparation time. You will need to prepare the vegetables and season the beef before placing everything in the pot.

Cook Time

This cast iron pot roast takes about 3 hours to cook. You will need to let the pot roast simmer in a low heat for a couple of hours, stirring occasionally. This will ensure that the beef is cooked through, and the vegetables are tender.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 pound boneless beef chuck roast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups beef broth
1 large onion, sliced
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 potatoes, peeled and chopped

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F. Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron pot over medium-high heat. Season the beef with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Place the beef in the hot pot and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add the beef broth, onion, carrots, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 2 ½ to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. The beef should be cooked through and the vegetables should be tender. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

Equipment

Large Cast Iron Pot
Measuring Spoons
Knife and Cutting Board
Spatula

Notes

Be sure to use a large cast iron pot for this recipe. The pot should be big enough to hold the beef, vegetables, and beef broth. The cast iron pot will ensure that your pot roast is cooked evenly and that all of the flavors are infused into the beef and vegetables.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Recipe Tips

Feel free to add other vegetables to the pot roast such as celery, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
Be sure to stir the pot roast occasionally to ensure that the beef and vegetables are evenly cooked.
You can also add red wine to the pot for additional flavor.
If the pot roast is not tender enough after 3 hours of cooking, cover the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
This pot roast is best served with mashed potatoes or rice.