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Classic Mississippi Pot Roast
480 mintime
Easydifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
750 kcalCalories
55 gProtein
5 gCarbs
55 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

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.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • 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. 1

    Place the beef chuck roast in a slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Sprinkle the dry ranch salad dressing mix and dry au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast.

  3. 3

    Place the butter pats on top of the roast.

  4. 4

    Pour the water into the slow cooker.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is very tender.

  6. 6

    Shred the roast with two forks directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, spooning the gravy over the shredded beef.

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