Mmmmm—pot roast! It's a favorite meal in most American households because of its classic meat-and-potatoes goodness. This old-school dish is traditionally made with a tough cut of beef, like chuck roast or brisket, plus carrots, onions and potatoes in a savory gravy. The three recipes below are tried-and-true versions that will have your mouth watering as the food simmers away. Try your hand at a homemade pot roast dinner—whether it's your first time or your 50th—and enjoy this hearty meal with your family.
Classic Pot Roast
Dinner then Dessert makes a Classic Pot Roast with instructions for the stovetop, oven, slow cooker and pressure cooker. She includes a brief history of pot roast, different cuts of meat that can be used plus cooking tips for this simple and comforting dish.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pot Roast
This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pot Roast from Taste of Home uses the slow cooker method and comes together in 6-8 hours. It's the perfect weekend meal for special occasions.
Classic Sunday Pot Roast
The Stay at Home Chef's recipe includes Worcestershire sauce and red wine for a rich, savory gravy. You'll want to make her Classic Sunday Pot Roast any night of the week!