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Roast – Classic Pot Roast

This Classic Pot Roast has all the flavor and is made so easy in the crockpot. Of course, this recipe would taste amazing in the oven too, but there is something about the simplicity of a slow cooker that makes life easier.

Keep reading to find out my Classic Pot Roast recipe below. And make sure you follow my tip for easy clean up, you won’t regret it.

Pot Roast Ingredients

The ingredients you will need for classic pot roast are, potatoes, carrots, onion, and Lipton soup mix. Easy enough, right? Just add all the ingredients in a crock pot and you are good to go.

Does roast or vegetables go on bottom in crockpot?

In the debate on whether the roast should go on top or bottom of the veggies in a crockpot. I have found that it really does not make a lot of difference, but I like to add the veggies on the bottom and place the meat on top so I can season the top of the roast well.

Should you cover your pot roast in liquid?

It is best to leave the meat slightly above the liquid. I like to add the seasonings to the top of the uncovered layer of roast to ensure it soaks up the most flavor. If it is completely submerged, you will likely have a flavorful broth, but your meat will be bland.

What causes a Pot Roast to be tough?

If your meat is tough. It is likely under- cooked. The best part of cooking in a crock pot is that you can get a tender bite every time. Cooking low and slow will ensure your meat is super tender.

Crock Pot Clean Up Tip

I told you I had a tip that will make your life easier. Now that you have eaten your delicious meal, all that’s left to do is clean up. I recommend using a crockpot liner to make for easy clean up.

Then when your done eating you can just pull out the liner and throw it away. Slow Cooker Liners are perfect for saving time when cooking. These liners make clean up a breeze, and are very inexpensive.

I know you will love my Classic Pot Roast Recipe. If you give this recipe a try, remember to tag me on Instagram. I love to see all your yummy creations. As always, keep following along with The Four Acre Farm blog for more Easy RecipesGardening Tips, & Budget Friendly DIY.

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Classic Pot Roast

Easy Classic Pot Roast

  • Crock Pot
  • 2-3 lb Pot Roast
  • 4-5 large Potatoes
  • 5-6 Carrots or 1 bag Baby Carrots
  • 32 oz Beef Broth
  • 2-3 envelopes Lipton Onion Soup Mix
  1. Peel and Chop Potatoes and Carrots and add to crock pot.

  2. Add broth to crock pot, and place roast on top of potatoes and carrots.

  3. Roast should be slightly out of liquid. Sprinkle Lipton onion soup packets on top of roast.

  4. Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6 hours, or until veggies are tender and roast is cooked through.

Main Course
pot roast, roast, roast beef