Classic Pot Roast Dinner
Experience the warmth and embrace of American comfort food with this Classic Pot Roast Dinner. Featuring a tender, slow-cooked pot roast alongside vibrant vegetables, creamy macaroni and cheese, steaming green beans, and fluffy dinner rolls, this recipe is perfect for a soul-soothing family meal that feels like a hug on a plate.
Experience the warmth and embrace of American comfort food with this Classic Pot Roast Dinner. Featuring a tender, slow-cooked pot roast alongside vibrant vegetables, creamy macaroni and cheese, steaming green beans, and fluffy dinner rolls, this recipe is perfect for a soul-soothing family meal that feels like a hug on a plate.
Ingredients
🥩 1.5 to 2 pounds chuck roast
🥕 4 large carrots, chopped
🥔 4 medium potatoes, chopped
🍠 2 large turnips, chopped
🧀 2 cups macaroni noodles
🥛 1 cup milk
🧀 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🌱 Salt and pepper to taste
🫘 2 cups green beans, trimmed
🍞 4 dinner rolls
Instructions
1- Prepare the Pot Roast:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove the roast and set aside.
2- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add the carrots, potatoes, and turnips. Sauté them for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Return the roast to the pot and add enough water or broth to cover the roast halfway.
3- Roast:
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Cook for about 3 hours, or until the roast is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
4- Macaroni and Cheese:
- Boil the macaroni noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup milk and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni, and transfer to an oven-safe dish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) until the top is golden-brown and crispy, about 20 minutes.
5- Prepare the Green Beans:
- Steam the green beans until they are tender-crisp, about 7-8 minutes.
6- Serve:
- On each plate, layer shredded pot roast, a scoop of creamy macaroni and cheese, and a variety of vibrant vegetables.
- Add the steamed green beans and a dinner roll to complete the meal.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 750 per serving
Protein: 40g
Fats: 30g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Equipment: Dutch oven, roasting dish, saucepan, steamer
Cooking Tips
- Sear the pot roast for a deeper flavor.
- Cover it tightly with foil while baking if you don't have a tight-fitting pot lid.
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