Classic Mississippi Pot Roast
Traditional dish · American
The quintessential Mississippi Pot Roast, slow-cooked to tender perfection with a rich, savory gravy. This classic version features a chuck roast, au jus gravy mix, ranch seasoning, and butter, creating an incredibly flavorful and melt-in-your-mouth dish.
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Ingredients
- Beef chuck roast3-4 lbs
- Dry ranch salad dressing mix1 packet
- Dry au jus gravy mix1 packet
- Butter1/2 cup
- Water1 cup
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Place the beef chuck roast in a slow cooker.
- 2
Sprinkle the dry ranch salad dressing mix and dry au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast.
- 3
Place the butter pats on top of the roast.
- 4
Pour the water into the slow cooker.
- 5
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is very tender.
- 6
Shred the roast with two forks directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices.
- 7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot, spooning the gravy over the shredded beef.
