How to Make Mother's Pot Roast - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are some dishes that instantly bring to mind the comfort and warmth of home, and for many, pot roast is one of those cherished recipes. And when it comes to pot roast, there is no doubt that mother knows best. So, it's no surprise that the recipe for Mother's Pot Roast is one that has been passed down through generations, cherished for its simplicity and deliciousness.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds tip round roast
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 onion, cut into thin strips
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs
  • Total Time: 7 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Season roast with salt and pepper. Place meat in the pot, fat side up. Pour tomato sauce over roast. Place onion over top. Toss in bay leaves. Cover and cook for 1 hour on High.
  • After 1 hour, reduce heat to Low and cook 6 to 8 more hours. Carefully lift meat out of the pot and remove to a warm platter.
  • Pour drippings through a strainer into a medium-sized saucepan and discard material in the strainer. Whisk flour into the liquid. Cook, stirring constantly over medium heat until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve alongside roast.
  • Nutrition

    552 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 150mg
    • Sodium: 570mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1037mg