Apple Cider Pot Roast with Tender Potatoes

 This Apple Cider Pot Roast with Potatoes recipe offers a flavorful twist on a traditional comfort food. A tender beef chuck roast is slow-cooked with sweet apple cider, savory herbs, and hearty potatoes until it's fall-apart delicious. This easy homemade meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner.

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Recipe Details:

• Cuisine: American
• Course: Main Course
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 3-8 hours (depending on cooking method)
• Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes - 8 hours 15 minutes
• Yields: 6-8 servings

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lb Beef Chuck Roast
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or other cooking oil
• 1 large Yellow Onion, roughly chopped
• 2-3 Carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2-3 Celery Stalks, roughly chopped
• 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1 cup Apple Cider (not apple cider vinegar)
• 1 cup Beef Broth
• 1.5 - 2 lbs Potatoes (Yukon Gold, red potatoes, or baby potatoes), quartered or halved if large
• Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
• Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Equipment:

• Dutch oven or large oven-safe pot with a tight-fitting lid
• Large skillet (if searing separately)
• Slow cooker (optional)
• Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions:

Oven Method:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). ¹  
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2. Season Beef: Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Sear Beef (Optional but Recommended): Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Add Liquids and Herbs: Pour in the apple cider and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf.
6. Add Potatoes and Beef: Arrange the quartered or halved potatoes around the vegetables in the pot. Place the seared beef roast on top of the vegetables and potatoes. The liquid should come about halfway up the roast and vegetables; add a little more broth or cider if needed.
7. Braise: Cover the Dutch oven tightly with the lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
8. Rest and Serve: Carefully remove the pot roast and potatoes from the pot. Let the roast rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes before shredding or slicing. Skim any excess fat from the braising liquid in the pot. Serve the pot roast and potatoes with the flavorful braising liquid spooned over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Slow Cooker Method:

1. Sear Beef (Optional): Follow steps 2 and 3 of the oven method, searing the beef in a skillet.
2. Add Vegetables and Potatoes: Place the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add Beef and Liquids: Place the seared beef roast on top of the vegetables and potatoes. Pour in the apple cider and beef broth. Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
5. Rest and Serve: Remove the pot roast and potatoes from the slow cooker. Shred or slice the roast. Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid. Serve the pot roast and potatoes with the cooking liquid spooned over. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Apple Cider Pot Roast with Potatoes!