Slow Cooker Bottom Round Beef Roast

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 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)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

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

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.

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

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

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

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

7. Top the roast with the sautéed onions and garlic.

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

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

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

1 serving (547.2g)

Calories		657
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		23.5 g	30%
	Saturated Fat	8.8 g	44%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		200 mg	67%
Sodium		1229 mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate		30.1 g	11%
	Dietary Fiber	4.4 g	16%
	Total Sugars	7.1 g
Protein		73.9 g	148%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		87 mg	7%
Iron		8.2 mg	46%
Potassium		1785 mg	38%

*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: 1276 cal (33.9%%)

Protein: 1768 cal (46.9%%)

Carbs: 722 cal (19.2%%)