Italian Pot Roast

Last week, I made an Italian pot roast and honestly it was the best decision I had made in a long time. The day turned out to be incredibly hot, the house was roasting inside when I came home and guess what because of the slow cooker, I didn't have to turn on a single burner for dinner. I didn't have to heat up the already hot house and dinner was pretty much all prepared for us by the time I got home. That is why I love my slow cooker, I consider it a working wife's best friend. Maybe it seems heavy though, Italian pot roast in the summer but for dinners, I am more about convenience and saving time.

This recipe turned out really good, I thought I would share with you all. I am always searching for great slow cooker recipes, I have mastered the art of slow cooker pulled pork or chicken but I needed another great slow cooker recipe. This meal would be great in the winter too, that stick to your ribs type of meal to help you beat the cold of the winter.

This recipe has very little prep, minimal ingredients and it produces great results for dinner. Enjoy!
First, gather together your ingredients. 3lbs beef chuck roast, 1 can (14 oz.) diced tomatoes, 1 can (12 oz.) tomato paste, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 6 oz. can tomato paste, salt and pepper to taste.

In your slow cooker, add the beef that has been seasoned with salt and pepper.

 Add the 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 can of tomato paste,  red wine vinegar, oregano, basil and garlic powder. 

Turn on or plug your slow cooker on high for 1 hour. After an hour, turn down the temperature to low and cook the chuck roast for 8 hours. After the cooking time has finished, pull out the beef from the slow cooker and shred it. 

Before you add the beef back into the slow cooker, add the 6 oz. can of tomato paste to the liquid into the slow cooker and stir it into the liquid. After about 2 minutes, you will have a heavier-sauce, gravy like for your beef. Now add the shredded beef back into the slow cooker, then serve over polenta, noodles, rice or whatever you prefer. 

Then serve, eat and enjoy!

24 comments:

Unknown said...

This looks so good! I bet it's amazing with polenta.

Meig Heyburn said...

I have that exact same Crock Pot! It was my dad's first one he ever had and when I moved out on my own he gave it to me. :) I'm pinning this recipe to use very soon since it's getting cooler around here! Thanks!

Suzzie Vehrs said...

That sounds so good. I love cock pots. Most of the time they make the best meals. I say most because I once tried to make crackpot lasagna and the noodles literally dissolved and the meat wasn't cooked even after 8 hours. My husband still cringes when I say crockpot. Haha. Cooking adventures are great.

Darby Hawley said...

I've never heard of this version of Pot Roast but I've got to try this asap! I'm pinning this one Meg :-)

Katie said...

Yummy! This sounds amazing. I'm always looking for an update on out crockpot recipes.

Always Maylee said...

Oh my gosh, yum!

xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee

courtney said...

this looks awesome! i love slow cooker meals, might have to try this one :)

Brandi said...

I love cooking with my crock pot. I bet your roast was moist and delicious.

Carol {Everyday Delights} said...

Slow cookers are seriously amazing! This looks fantastic and I need to use mine more!

Meghan @ More from Meg said...

YUM!!! You are going to think I'm crazy - but we got a slow cooker for our wedding (3 years ago!) and I just used it for the second time over the weekend and I LOVE it!! So now I am collecting slow cooker recipes!!

Sara said...

I totally agree! Probably the best wedding gift we received! This sounds delish!
Cheers,
Sara
www.SocialSara.net

Stephanie said...

YUM! My husband hates pot roast, but it's one of my favorites! SO GOOD!

BeckyJo606 said...

This looks so yummy!! Yesterday we used our crock pot to make chili. Yes it is summertime, but it was the perfect dinner! :)

Alicia Marie said...

YUMYUMYUM! This is total proof I really need to invest in a slow cooker already.

winetastegirl.com said...

That looks delish. I'm all about using the crock pot. Best invention ever!! I know what you mean about J.Crew....way too expensive but so freaking cute!
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Alexa said...

Yum! Love the slow cookers...because like you said, when it's hot, you don't have to over-heat the house! :)

Dani @ Wine Cheese and All The Things said...

Oh that looks delicious, and like something my other half would eat. I will have to remember this. Thank you for sharing!

Jenn @ Bliss to Bean said...

Easy & looks man-pleasin!! I need to try this asap. Thanks for sharing!

Megan G. said...

Holy moley, this looks so good! And in a crockpot, which is even better!!

stephanie said...

yummmm!! I'll totally try this!

Discovery Street said...

oohhh...that looks easy enough! saving this one!

Kate @ Daffodils said...

mmm this looks great! I love a crock pot meal!

Faith said...

you are making me oh so hungry! this looks amazing! it reminds me that i haven't used my crock pot in forever!

erica said...

amazing recipe! I definitely need to give it a try. xo