Momma’s Pot Roast Recipe (with Video)

Seasoning the Roast
1. Season your roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, and ground mustard.
2. In a Dutch oven set to medium-high heat, add butter.
3. Once the butter is melted, add your chuck roast in and sear on both sides.
4. Remove the chuck roast.
Preparing the Vegetables
1. In the same pot, add in your celery, onions, and carrots.
2. Season your vegetables with the seasonings listed and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Add in your sliced mushrooms and gently stir.
Adding the Broth and Cooking the Roast
1. Once your vegetables are sautéed, add in your beef broth, vegetable base, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Once that is bubbling, add in your roast.
3. Cover and let cook in the oven set to 350° F for 3 to 3 and a ½ hours.
Finalizing the Dish
1. After the cooking time, add in your mixed cornstarch slurry of cornstarch and water.
2. Mix and let the sauce continue to thicken and get bubbly.
3. Once your pot roast is to your desired liking and the gravy is thick, serve it over your favorite side dishes.
4. Enjoy!