Mississippi Pot Roast
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
348 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Mississippi Pot Roast
Description
This pot roast relies on a combination of ranch seasoning and French onion soup mixes to supply rich, savory flavor to the beef chuck roast. The addition of pepperoncinis and their juice provides a mild heat and tang that enhances the slow-cooked meat. Cooking in a crock pot on low for about eight hours yields a very tender, shreddable roast, while the broth keeps it moist. After cooking, some of the juice is reserved and used as a gravy alongside the shredded beef.
The shredded meat pairs well with starchy sides like mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, where the flavorful broth adds moisture and taste. Pepperoncini peppers add texture and a slight bite throughout the dish. This meal is practical for hearty family dinners and can be prepared ahead of time.
Leftovers store well in airtight containers in the refrigerator for three to four days. They can be served cold or reheated and are especially good as sandwich fillings, providing a convenient way to enjoy the roast beyond the initial meal.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds chuck roast
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning packet
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2.2 ounces French onion soup mix packet
- ½ cup pepperoncini juice from jar
- 6 pepperoncinis
- 3 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Place chuck roast in crock pot. Sprinkle ranch packet, garlic, and French onion soup mix over top of roast.
- Then pour pepperoncini juice and beef broth into the crock pot. Add pepperoncinis and close the crock pot.
- Cook on low 8 hrs (or high 4 hours).
- After right hours remove 1 cup of juice from the crock pot and set aside. Then shred roast.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles or rice. Use reserved juice as gravy. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; keep refrigerated for up to four days.
- Leftover shredded roast makes excellent sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 742mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 751mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 207IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 16% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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