Description
This easy slow cooker pot roast recipe is made with just four simple seasoning ingredients and your favorite vegetables. It’s a perfect set-it-and-forget-it comfort food dinner for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 3–5 lb beef roast (any kind)
1½ cups water
1 packet brown gravy mix
1 packet ranch dressing mix
1 packet Italian dressing mix
Vegetables of your choice (potatoes, carrots, celery, etc.)
Instructions
1. Place your beef roast into your slow cooker with 1½ cups of water.
2. Sprinkle all of the seasoning packets over the roast.
3. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours and then add your veggies.
4. Cook for an additional 2–4 hours or until the beef easily pulls apart. The time needed will greatly depend on your cut of meat and the brand of your slow cooker.
Notes
The size of the seasoning packets are about 1 ounce, though they may vary slightly by brand.
You can replace half of the water with red wine if desired for added richness.
French onion soup mix is a popular substitute for ranch seasoning.
Serve with mashed cauliflower for a low carb option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
Keywords: comfort food, easy dinner idea, slow cooker meals, pot roast, crockpot beef