Good Roast
A hearty, tender roast cooked with mushrooms, potatoes, and savory onion soup, perfect for family dinners and comfort food lovers seeking rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the roast in a roasting pan with a cover and sprinkle the onion soup mix all over the roast.
- In a bowl, mix the mushroom soup, water, chopped onion, and jar of sliced mushrooms; stir until well combined.
- Pour the mushroom mixture over the roast.
- Cover the pan and cook in the oven for 1 hour.
- After 1 hour, remove from the oven and turn the roast over.
- Arrange sliced potatoes all around the roast.
- Cover and return to the oven for an additional 1 hour.
- Remove from oven and serve with carrots, corn, or green beans.
Tips & Substitutions
For a more robust flavor, consider marinating the roast overnight with the onion soup mix. You can substitute fresh mushrooms for the jarred ones if desired, and add garlic or herbs for an extra depth of taste. If you prefer a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of cream of mushroom soup.
Serving Suggestions
This roast pairs beautifully with steamed carrots, corn, or green beans for a hearty meal. Serve with a side salad or some crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. For dessert, consider serving Cherry Cream Cheese Cake or Family-Size Banana Pudding to complete the meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover roast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place slices in a covered dish with a splash of broth or water and microwave until warmed through. Alternatively, you can reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated, ensuring the meat remains moist.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Good Roast contains roughly 370 calories, with 10g protein, 45g carbohydrates, and 17g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin D (52% of the Daily Value) and protein (20% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and dietary fiber. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1139mg per serving (50% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
Absolutely! While the recipe is designed for beef roast, you can easily adapt it with pork or even a whole chicken. Just adjust the cooking time based on the type and size of meat you choose.
What can I do if I don't have onion soup mix?
If you don't have onion soup mix, you can create a substitute using a mixture of dried onion flakes, garlic powder, and salt. Combine 2 tablespoons of dried onion flakes, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt to taste for an effective alternative.
How can I make the potatoes crispy?
To achieve crispy potatoes, parboil them for a few minutes before adding them to the roast. Alternatively, you can roast them separately in the oven with a bit of oil until golden brown, then serve them alongside the roast.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).