Slow Cooker Pot Roast Mashed (Print)

Comforting slow-cooked beef with vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for a hearty meal.

# Components:

→ Pot Roast

01 - 3 lbs beef chuck roast
02 - 1 tbsp kosher salt
03 - 1 tsp ground black pepper
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 large onion, sliced
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
08 - 3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
09 - 2 cups gluten-free beef broth
10 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
11 - 1 tbsp gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
14 - 2 bay leaves

→ Mashed Potatoes

15 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chunked
16 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
17 - ½ cup whole milk
18 - 1 tsp salt
19 - ½ tsp ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

20 - Chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Pat the beef chuck roast dry and evenly season all sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, approximately 3–4 minutes per side, then transfer it to the slow cooker.
03 - Arrange sliced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery around the roast inside the slow cooker.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaves. Pour this mixture evenly over the roast and vegetables.
05 - Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
06 - About 40 minutes before serving, place peeled potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until very tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
07 - Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add unsalted butter and whole milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding additional milk if needed for desired consistency.
08 - Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves, then shred or slice the beef.
09 - Arrange pot roast and vegetables over mashed potatoes, drizzle with pan juices, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for effortless slow-cooker meals
  • Yields deliciously tender beef and creamy mashed potatoes
02 -
  • Use a slow cooker of at least 6-quart size for best results
  • Worcestershire sauce and broth should be checked for gluten and allergens if needed
03 -
  • For thicker gravy, mix cooking liquid with cornstarch and cook briefly on high
  • Replace some broth with red wine for deeper, richer flavor
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