Description
A festive and flavorful pot roast featuring the tangy sweetness of cranberry sauce. Perfect for an effortless holiday meal that’s budget-friendly yet elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) whole cranberry sauce (or homemade)
- 1 packet Lipton onion soup mix
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- Optional: fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chuck roast into your slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix the cranberry sauce and onion soup mix. Pour the mixture over the roast.
- Dot the roast with butter.
- Cover and cook:
- Low: 6–8 hours
- High: 4 hours
(Low and slow is recommended for tender results.)
- Optional: Add fresh cranberries at the start of cooking for added flavor and color.
- Once cooked, transfer the roast to a serving platter. Use a slotted spoon to remove cranberries from the sauce for garnish.
- Slice or shred the beef and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for a festive touch and added tartness.
- Perfectly paired with mashed potatoes, green beans, or broccoli.
- To serve a larger group, double the recipe and use two slow cookers.
- Cook Time: 8 hours