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Roast is easy to make in the Crock Pot, Instant Pot, or the Oven! Learn how to prepare a delicious brown gravy with the drippings at the end and serve it with potatoes and carrots for a truly comforting family meal. Mississippi Pot RoastThis recipe is so near and dear to my heart, I make this every single time my in-laws visit us, it’s the definition of cozy and it’s so easy to make and serve with a side of mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. If preferred, you can cook the potatoes and carrots right in the oven or crock pot with the pot roast! I have lots of tips and tricks for this recipe- let’s get to it! How to Make itSee recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions. Oven and Instant Pot methods are outlined in the notes section of the recipe card. Crock Pot
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Calories: 389kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 50g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 147mg, Sodium: 543mg, Potassium: 779mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 34IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 5mg Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Order The Cozy Cookbook!Do you have to brown a roast before putting it in the crockpot?"Browning, or caramelizing, meat before putting it into a slow cooker isn't one hundred percent necessary, but it is well worth the effort for the most flavorful and full-bodied end result," he says. "The caramelized surface of the meat will lend rich flavor and color to the finished dish."
Why is my Mississippi pot roast not tender?If you find your pot roast is tough, there is one reason. You need to cook the roast longer. Crock pot roast should result in a super tender and juicy roast.
What can I substitute for ranch seasoning in Mississippi pot roast?Ranch Herb Blend - Mississippi Roast gets a nice herb flavor from Ranch Seasoning. To keep this version clean, skip the store-bought packet and make this Homemade Ranch Seasoning or get a very close approximation by combining 1 ½ teaspoon each of Dried Parsley, Garlic Powder, Dried Chives, and Dried Dill Weed.
Can I substitute brown gravy for au jus in Mississippi pot roast?Can I substitute brown gravy for au jus mix? Yes, a 1 ounce packet of brown gravy mix can be used in place of the au jus mix. The flavor may be slightly different, because there is a different sodium amount and seasoning base between the two products.
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