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Stove Top Pot Roast

Learn how to cook pot roast with this simple and savory stovetop pot roast made with turnips, carrots, and potatoes. Warm up a nice loaf of bread and toss a salad, and you have a hearty meal.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 mins

Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast
  • 4 cups water, or as needed
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 6 medium red potatoes, quartered
  • 6 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

Steps

  1. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add roast and quickly brown on all sides.
  2. Add enough water to the pot to cover roast; add celery, garlic, onion, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours and 15 minutes, adding additional water if needed to keep the roast covered.
  3. Add turnips and potatoes; simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Add carrots; simmer for 30 minutes, or until roast can be pulled apart with a fork.
  5. Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed before serving.

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