But what exactly is a pot roast? A chuck roast is any cut of meat that comes from the chuck, or the shoulder part of the steer. Pot roast can be made with many cuts of meat, and there are many other nicknames for pot roast, including arm roast and clod roast check out this great roast roster for a full explanation.
Pot roasts made from a chuck cut! Chuck roasts are also referred to as chuck eye roasts, chuck pot roasts, and chuck roll roasts. Check out these seven recipes for pot roast many of which call for a chuck roast! Make sure that you read this recipe right: It says eight heads of garlic, not cloves.
This seriously garlicky pot roast starts off with roasting whole heads of garlic and makes enough to stock up and save for upcoming dinners. Get our Garlicky Pot Roast recipe. A great winter stew that freezes well, this recipe calls for a three-pound boneless chuck roast. You can substitute any winter root vegetables for the carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes to change it up and be sure to freeze any leftovers. Get our Easy Beef Stew recipe. Where the differences in texture come into play is after you cook a chuck roast or chuck steak.
Chuck roast is typically cooked over a long period on low heat, resulting in a tender roast when finished. The key to keeping chuck steak tender is by marinating it for several hours before cooking, or by basting it while it cooks to lock in juices. Some people also tenderize the meat with a meat tenderizer before cooking it. Again, the flavor differences between these two cuts come from the cooking methods you use for them.
In general, chuck meat is very full-flavored and beefy — one of the reasons some people prefer it over others. The intense flavor remains no matter how you cook it. With marinades and basting in use on a chuck steak and gravy or broth used on a roast, the end result will also vary. No matter what, expect deliciousness on your plate. But generally, you can expect chuck steak and chuck roast to be relatively similar in price and more affordable than ribeyes.
However, chuck steaks might be slightly higher per pound, simply because they take more time for the butcher to cut from a roast. Add enough beef broth or water or combination of the two to cover half the roast. Place the lid on your dish, and place inside a preheated oven your oven should be set to F, depending upon the recipe.
Halfway through your cooking time typically two hours, at minimum add chopped vegetables to dish for a complete meal. We like adding potatoes, celery, onions, parsley, a few sprigs of fresh thyme, and freshly ground black pepper to ours. Once added, place the lid back over your dish and return to the oven. If you lead a busy schedule, a Crock-Pot or slow cooker works just as well as an oven. Simply assemble your dinner as you would in a Dutch oven, layering in the roast, broth, and vegetables.
Cook on low for hours some recipes will call for 10 hours — ideal for those who work long days. Forgot to prep your pot roast this morning? If you own an instant pot, you can make an entire pot roast in just one hour. You can change up your recipe by swapping in different vegetables or adding a dry red wine to the sauce. Or, pair with mashed potatoes and use the excess liquid at the bottom of the dish to make homemade gravy. There are plenty of recipes available online for making pot roast.
Below, we included a few of our favorites:. Braised chuck roast with red wine and mushrooms. Slow cooker pot roast with shallots and carrots. Roast beef dinner. Instant pot beef pot roast. Classic slow cooker pot roast. Choose whichever recipe works best for your family, budget, and schedule. Let us know which one is your favorite.
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