Slow Cooker Cranberry Roast

Slow Cooker Cranberry Roast
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    1.8K

A delightful twist on a classic pot roast, this slow-cooker cranberry version infuses tender beef with the bright, tangy sweetness of cranberries. The resulting gravy is rich, flavorful, and perfect for drizzling over creamy mashed potatoes. A comforting and effortless meal for any occasion.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    116 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    32 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    532 mg
  • Sugar
    29 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In the base of a slow cooker, evenly distribute the dry onion soup mix. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View Place the beef chuck roast on top of the onion soup mix, then generously spread the jellied cranberry sauce over the roast. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low heat for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the roast to become incredibly tender. (Cook time: 8 hours)

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Recipe View Carefully transfer the cooked roast to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding or slicing. Adjust the slow cooker setting to High to prepare the gravy. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the butter and all-purpose flour until a smooth paste forms (this is your beurre manié). Gradually whisk the beurre manié into the cooking liquid in the slow cooker, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue to cook on High until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. (Prep time: 5 minutes, Cook time: 5-10 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve the flavorful cranberry gravy generously over the sliced or shredded roast. Pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.

For a richer flavor, sear the chuck roast in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
If you prefer a smoother gravy, use an immersion blender to eliminate any lumps after thickening.
Fresh cranberries can be substituted for jellied cranberry sauce. Use about 12 ounces of fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/4 cup of water. Simmer on the stovetop until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly before adding to the slow cooker.
Add a splash of red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar to the gravy for an extra layer of complexity.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 594 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Willow Mcclure

    I was skeptical about the cranberry sauce, but it really works! The roast was so tender and flavorful.

  • Neha Langworth

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! I throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner is ready when I get home.

  • Fleta Nikolaus

    The cranberry gravy is surprisingly delicious and not too sweet. My family loved it!

  • Bartholome Fahey

    I added some carrots and potatoes to the slow cooker for a complete one-pot meal. It was fantastic!

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