Slow Cooker Bottom Round Beef Roast

Transform your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Bottom Round Beef Roast, the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or a heartwarming family feast. This recipe stars a tender, fork-tender 3-pound bottom round beef roast, perfectly seasoned and seared to lock in flavor before simmering for hours in a rich broth infused with Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and fragrant dried thyme. Paired with melt-in-your-mouth baby carrots and creamy red potatoes, this one-pot wonder gathers all its magic in the slow cooker, making meal prep a breeze. The sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a touch of freshness to every bite. With minimal prep time and a set-it-and-forget-it approach, this slow-cooked roast is your go-to option for creating comfort food perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds bottom round beef roast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 pound baby carrots
• 1.5 pounds red potatoes, quartered
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the bottom round beef roast on all sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the roast and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and dried thyme.

Step 5

Place the baby carrots and red potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the browned roast on top of the vegetables.

Step 6

Pour the beef broth mixture evenly over the roast and vegetables.

Step 7

Top the roast with the sautéed onions and garlic.

Step 8

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.

Step 9

Carefully remove the roast and vegetables from the slow cooker. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the sliced roast with the vegetables and a ladle of the flavorful juices from the slow cooker. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3232.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4060.7

Total Fat 171.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 1209.8mg	0%
Sodium 8863.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 41.5g
Protein 426.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 535.6mg	0%
Iron 51.6mg	0%
Potassium 10889.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 42.9%

Carbs: 18.2%