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Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Easy Crockpot Method for Tender Juicy Beef

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A cozy and easy slow cooker Mississippi Pot Roast recipe that delivers tender, juicy beef with a tangy kick from pepperoncini peppers and buttery ranch seasoning.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs chuck roast (1.4–1.8 kg)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz / 28 g)
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix (about 0.87 oz / 25 g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113 g)
  • 6–8 pepperoncini peppers with juice
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh garlic

Instructions

  1. Pat your 3-4 lb chuck roast dry with paper towels and trim excess fat if desired. Season generously with black pepper all over.
  2. Optional: Heat a skillet over medium-high and sear the roast on all sides until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Place the roast in the slow cooker insert.
  4. Sprinkle one packet each of ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast.
  5. Cut 1/2 cup unsalted butter into pats and place on top of the roast.
  6. Scatter 6-8 whole pepperoncini peppers around and on top of the roast, then pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the pepperoncini juice over everything.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the beef is fall-apart tender. Avoid opening the lid during cooking.
  8. After 6 hours, check doneness by poking the roast with a fork; it should shred easily. If not, cook another 30-60 minutes.
  9. Remove the roast from the crockpot and shred with two forks. Stir the meat back into the juices to soak up flavor.
  10. Optional: If the juices are too thin, thicken with a slurry of 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water, simmered on the stove until thickened.

Notes

Do not lift the crockpot lid during cooking to avoid extending cooking time. Searing the roast before slow cooking adds flavor but is optional. For more sauce, add a splash of beef broth or water at the start. Use gluten-free seasoning mixes for a gluten-free version. Vegan butter or coconut oil can substitute butter for dairy-free. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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