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HOW TO ROAST IN A CROCKPOT




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COPPER
one of the most important things to do when using a crockpot, especially for roast, is to take the time to brown it properly; this step makes all the difference in the world in flavor and consistency.

The book by Rick Rodgers, Slow Cooker, Ready and Waiting, is wonderful.

I'll give you a quick overview of his roast recipe:

Heat 2-3 tbs. oil in skillet over med high heat. Add roast (3 to 3 1/2 lbs) and cook, turning often until browned on all sides, about 10 min. Transfer roast to a plate and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.


Slice 2 onions, 2 med carrots sliced into 1/2 inch rounds,4 med potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2 inch rounds.

Add more oil to skillet, if necessary, add the veggies over med heat stirring often until the onions are softened, about 5 min. Transfer the veggies to slow cooker. Add 2 bay leaves, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Place roast on top of veggies.

Add 1/2 cup of water to skillet and bring to boil scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour into the slow cooker.

Cover and slow cook until the roast is very tender 8-10 hours on low. Using slotted spoon transfer roast and veggies to a platter, cover with foil to keep warm. Skim fat from surface of cooking liquid.

In a sauce pan melt 1 tbs butter andd 1 tbs flour and let bubble stirring constanty until browned, about 1 min. Whisk in cooking liquid and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened and reduced to about 1 cup.

Serve w/veggies and roast.

NOTES: You can add one-half again the amount of veggies and also double the amounts for water and gravy mix.

Also, If there is a spice you like to use with your roast (we like thyme) just add a sprig or two to the top of the meat when placing in the crockpot. I also stir in about a tablespoon of tomato paste or 1/4 cup of tomato juice.

All in all you spend about 1/2 hour on prep time, just like you'd do if you were cooking the roast in the oven or on top of the stove, but these steps do make the difference in flavor and are worth the time. - copper