Savory Italian Herb Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Experience the rich flavors of Italy with this Savory Italian Herb Slow Cooker Pot Roast. Tender boneless chuck roast is slowly cooked to perfection, surrounded by hearty potatoes, vibrant baby carrots, and fresh celery. Infused with a delicious blend of roasted garlic and herbs from the Campbell's Select tomato soup, this dish not only warms your soul but also fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Ideal for cozy family dinners, just set your slow cooker in the morning and return to a lovingly prepared meal that is as comforting as it is flavorful.
4-6
Servings
367
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Medium Potatoes
4 (quartered)
Fresh Baby Carrots
2 cups (washed)
Celery Stalk
1 (sliced)
Boneless Beef Chuck Roast
2 1/2 lbs (none)
Pepper
1/2 tablespoon (ground)
Condensed Tomato Soup with Roasted Garlic and Herbs
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (none)
Water
1/2 cup (none)
Flour (for thickening, optional)
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing your vegetables: wash and quarter the medium potatoes, peel if desired. Rinse the fresh baby carrots, and slice the celery stalk into manageable pieces. Place all the vegetables at the bottom of your slow cooker, creating a colorful and nutritious base.
2
Next, take the boneless beef chuck roast and dry it with a paper towel. Generously season both sides with pepper, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed. Gently place the seasoned roast on top of the bed of vegetables in the slow cooker.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the condensed tomato soup with roasted garlic and herbs along with 1/2 cup of water. Stir the mixture until fully blended.
4
Carefully pour the tomato soup mixture over the roast and vegetables, ensuring they are well coated. The soup will add moisture, flavor, and depth to the dish as it cooks.
5
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on the low heat setting for 8 to 10 hours. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully and ensures the meat becomes tender and juicy.
6
If you prefer a thicker gravy for serving, mix together 1/4 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of water in a separate bowl until smooth. Once the cooking time is completed, remove the beef and vegetables from the pot and keep them warm.
7
Stir the flour mixture into the cooking juices in the slow cooker, bringing it to a boil for about 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve this delicious gravy alongside your roast and vegetables.
Nutrition Information
13g
Fat
40g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Italian Herb Slow Cooker Pot Roast?
It is a comforting meal featuring beef chuck roast, potatoes, and carrots slow-cooked with a flavorful tomato soup base infused with roasted garlic and herbs.
What cut of beef is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 lbs of boneless beef chuck roast.
How many servings does this pot roast provide?
This recipe makes approximately 4 to 6 servings.
Which vegetables are included in the dish?
The recipe includes medium potatoes, fresh baby carrots, and sliced celery stalks.
How long does it take to cook in a slow cooker?
It should be cooked on the low heat setting for 8 to 10 hours.
What is used as the flavor base for the sauce?
A 10 3/4 ounce can of condensed tomato soup with roasted garlic and herbs is used.
How do I thicken the gravy?
Mix 1/4 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of water until smooth, then stir into the cooking juices and boil for about 2 minutes.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Peeling is optional; however, they should be washed and quartered before cooking.
How should the beef be seasoned before cooking?
Dry the roast with a paper towel and generously season both sides with 1/2 tablespoon of pepper.
What are the calorie counts per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 367 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 23 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 40 grams of carbohydrates.
How much water is added to the soup mixture?
You should mix 1/2 cup of water with the condensed tomato soup.
Where should the vegetables be placed in the slow cooker?
Place all the vegetables at the bottom of the slow cooker to create a base for the roast.
Is the roast placed on top of or beneath the vegetables?
The seasoned roast should be placed on top of the bed of vegetables.
How is the celery prepared for this recipe?
One celery stalk should be rinsed and sliced into manageable pieces.
Is this considered an easy dinner option?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy dinner and a one-pot meal, perfect for family-friendly cooking.
Can I skip the flour in this recipe?
Yes, the flour is used for thickening the gravy and is listed as an optional ingredient.
What type of carrots are used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of fresh baby carrots.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients total, including the optional flour.
Does the recipe use fresh garlic?
The garlic flavor comes from the roasted garlic and herbs already blended into the condensed tomato soup.
What should I do with the meat once cooking is finished?
Remove the beef and vegetables from the pot and keep them warm while you prepare the gravy.
Can I cook this on high heat instead?
The recipe specifically recommends 8 to 10 hours on low to ensure the meat becomes tender and juicy.
How is the soup mixture applied?
The soup and water mixture is carefully poured over the roast and vegetables until they are well coated.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
It features Italian flavors with roasted garlic, herbs, and a savory tomato base.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is specifically described as ideal for cozy family dinners.
What are the preparation steps for the potatoes?
Wash the medium potatoes and cut them into quarters.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is preparing the vegetables: washing, quartering, and slicing them.
What is the purpose of the slow cooking process?
The slow process allows flavors to meld beautifully and ensures the beef chuck roast is perfectly tender.