Balsamic Pot Roast Recipe

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pot Roast Recipe

Ingredients:
1 (3-4 lb) boneless beef chuck roast
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound baby carrots
3 stalks celery, chopped into large pieces
1 onion, sliced
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup tomato juice
1 (14.5 oz) can beef broth
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons corn starch
3 tablespoons cold water

Directions:
In a large saucepan heated to medium-high, heat olive oil. Place roast in pan and sear on all sides. Remove from saucepan and place in a slow cooker sprayed with non-stick cooking spray (I used a 6 quart slow cooker).
Cover roast with carrots, onions, and celery. In a bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, tomato juice, beef broth, garlic, thyme, and sage. Pour over the roast. Place 2 bay leaves on top and cover with lid. Cook on low for at least 9-10 hours (you can cook it on high for 6-7 hours, but I highly recommend the low and slow method!).
When done cooking, remove roast and vegetables and keep warm. Skim the fat off the liquid and pour liquid into a saucepan. In a small bowl, mix together the corn starch and cold water; pour into the saucepan and mix well. Place saucepan on stove top and heat over medium high heat until it starts to boil. Let cook for about 2 minutes or until it starts to thicken. Serve gravy with pot roast and vegetables.