Roast beef

  

Juicy Balsamic Roast Beef in Your Slow Cooker—tender

Ingredients:

3 to 4 lb beef chuck roast

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup beef broth

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Instructions:

1. Sear the Roast (Optional but Recommended)

Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels.

Season generously with salt and black pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.

2. Prepare the Slow Cooker

In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.

3. Cook Low and Slow

Place the seared roast in the slow cooker.

Pour the balsamic mixture over the roast.

Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until fork-tender.

4. Shred and Serve

Remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Stir the shredded beef back into the juices for extra flavor.

Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or in sandwiches.