Savory Creamy Mushroom Chuck Roast
This Savory Creamy Mushroom Chuck Roast is a delightful and simple dish perfect for beginner cooks seeking comfort food. With minimal seasoning—just salt and pepper—this recipe allows the rich flavor of the chuck roast to shine through, beautifully enhanced by the creamy texture of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup. This one-pot meal is incredibly easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a family dinner or a cozy weekend gathering. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes for a fulfilling meal that everyone will love. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to email me at AlanLeonetti@q.com.
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chuck roast
3-4 lb (trimmed of excess fat)
Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup
10 ounce can (opened)
Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Line a shallow baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil, leaving enough foil overhanging on all sides to completely seal the roast.
3
Place the chuck roast in the center of the foil and generously season both sides with salt and pepper.
4
Pour the can of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup evenly over the top of the roast.
5
Carefully fold the sides of the aluminum foil up over the roast, sealing the edges tightly to create a pouch.
6
Place the baking sheet with the sealed roast in the oven and cook for 1 hour at 350°F.
7
After the first hour, reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C) and continue cooking for an additional 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
8
Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully open the foil pouch, taking care to avoid hot steam, and transfer the roast to a cutting board.
9
Slice the roast into thick pieces and pour the rich gravy that has collected in the baking sheet into a bowl.
10
Serve the sliced roast with mashed potatoes, generously spooning the flavorful gravy over both the meat and potatoes.
11
Enjoy this hearty and delicious meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Savory Creamy Mushroom Chuck Roast.
What cut of beef is used for this recipe?
This recipe specifically uses a 3-4 lb chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat.
How many ingredients are needed for the Savory Creamy Mushroom Chuck Roast?
There are 4 main ingredients: chuck roast, Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup, salt, and pepper.
What is the initial oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do you prepare the baking sheet?
Line a shallow baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil, ensuring enough overhang to seal the roast.
What seasoning is used for the meat?
The roast is seasoned simply with salt and pepper to taste on both sides.
Which soup is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 10-ounce can of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup.
How is the soup applied to the roast?
Pour the can of soup evenly over the top of the roast before sealing the foil.
How do you seal the roast for cooking?
Fold the sides of the aluminum foil over the roast and seal the edges tightly to create a pouch.
How long is the roast cooked at the initial temperature?
The roast is cooked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.
What is the second cooking temperature?
After the first hour, reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius).
How long does the second stage of cooking take?
The roast should continue cooking at the lower temperature for an additional 2 hours.
What is the total cooking time for this recipe?
The total cooking time is approximately 3 hours.
What safety precaution should be taken when opening the foil pouch?
Carefully open the foil pouch to avoid being burned by hot steam.
How do you slice the roast after it is cooked?
Transfer the roast to a cutting board and slice it into thick pieces.
Where does the gravy come from?
The gravy is the rich liquid that collects inside the aluminum foil pouch during the cooking process.
What should the roast be served with?
It is recommended to serve the roast with mashed potatoes.
How is the gravy used during serving?
Generously spoon the flavorful gravy over both the sliced meat and the mashed potatoes.
Is this recipe suitable for beginner cooks?
Yes, it is described as a delightful and simple dish perfect for beginner cooks.
Is this a one-pot meal?
Yes, the recipe is categorized as an easy one-pot meal using a baking sheet and foil.
Can I contact the author for help?
Yes, you can email Alan Leonetti at AlanLeonetti@q.com for questions or assistance.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is creamy due to the use of cream of mushroom soup and the slow-cooking process.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include pot roast, slow-cooked, beef, comfort food, and easy recipe.
Does the recipe require a slow cooker?
No, this recipe is specifically designed to be slow-cooked in the oven using a foil-sealed pouch.
How much soup is used?
One 10-ounce can of soup is used for a 3-4 lb roast.
Why is heavy-duty foil recommended?
Heavy-duty foil is stronger and better for creating a tight seal to hold in moisture and heat during the 3-hour cook time.
Does this recipe use a lot of spices?
No, it uses minimal seasoning—just salt and pepper—to let the flavor of the roast and soup shine.
Is the fat left on the roast?
The ingredients list specifies that the roast should be trimmed of excess fat.
What kind of occasion is this dish for?
It is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy weekend gathering.
What happens to the flavors during the 2-hour cooking stage?
The lower temperature allows the flavors of the meat and mushroom soup to meld together beautifully.