Easy Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pot Roast Recipe

This slow cooker sweet and sour pot roast recipe is a perfect comfort food for any occasion. The tender pot roast is cooked low and slow with a tangy and slightly sweet sauce, resulting in a flavorful and fork-tender meat. Serve it with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Place the beef chuck roast into the slow cooker and coat it with the sauce mixture.
3. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
4. Remove the pot roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes.
5. Meanwhile, strain the liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
7. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan with the strained liquid.
8. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
9. Slice the pot roast and serve it with the thickened sauce.
10. Enjoy!

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