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Cranberry Pot Roast

Close-up of shredded cranberry pot roast topped with whole cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
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A tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with the sweet and tart flavors of cranberries, perfect for a hands-off holiday meal or Sunday supper.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pound beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned. Remove roast from skillet and place in your slow cooker.
  3. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, cranberry juice, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the brown sugar and dried thyme. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  5. Pour the liquid mixture over the roast in the slow cooker.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is tender.
  7. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh or frozen cranberries.
  8. If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking.
  9. Remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred or slice. Serve with the cranberry sauce and cooking liquid.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • This recipe is great for making ahead; cool completely and refrigerate. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven.
  • For a deeper flavor, you can add a bay leaf to the slow cooker.

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