Old Fashioned Pot Roast
Old Fashioned Pot Roast is a comforting classic that features tender meat infused with savory flavors. With a simple blend of salt, pepper, and flour, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Serve it with vegetables for a complete meal that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Trim roast; season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle roast with flour and pat all sides to ensure it is well coated.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven and brown all sides of the roast; remove and set aside.
- If needed, add more oil to the Dutch oven and make a roux by browning some of the remaining flour in the oil, then add water.
- Return roast to the pan with the onion; cover and bring to a slow boil.
- Lower heat and cook slowly for 1 to 2 hours, depending on the size of the roast. Add potatoes and carrots in the last 30 minutes.
- Serve with rice and salad for a full meal.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
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).
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).