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Sunday Suppers #2: Simple Pot Roast and Family Traditions

September 27, 2014 by Shari Eckstrom 20 Comments

Sunday Suppers #2: Simple Pot Roast

Family traditions counter alienation and confusion. They help us define who we are; they provide something steady, reliable and safe in a confusing world. ~ Susan Lieberman

Sunday Suppers #2 – Simple Pot Roast

Sundays in our home tend to run at a slower pace; mornings are more leisurely. I’m still up at the crack of dawn, but in the back of my mind I know that Sunday is different. Work is kept to a minimum with no craziness allowed on my day of rest.  The day feels different and I like it that way.

Tim and I are trying to start a new tradition on Sundays too. Most days after church we head over to the greenbelt (a trail system around Boise), hop on our bikes and spend time enjoying a little exercise and the beauty of our city. It’s helping us to reconnect and affirm to each other that time spent together is important… we as a couple are important.

This is how I feel about Sunday suppers. A tradition that reaffirms to all that time spent together is worth the effort. The TV can wait, cellphones and computers will still be waiting, all the world can be put on hold as families affirm their value and importance. Time stands still and love flourishes in these special moments. Don’t miss out.

Simple Pot Roast

I love the simplicity of this meal. It is perfect for fall with the homey smells and comforting taste everyone will enjoy. 

4.0 from 1 reviews
Simple Pot Roast
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Cook time
2 hours 40 mins
Total time
3 hours
 
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 (4-to 5- pound) boneless chuck roast
  • 2 large cloves garlic, sliced
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 cup dry red wine (broth may be substituted)
  • 2 cups homemade Italian tomato sauce (or 15 oz can tomato sauce)
  • 1 tbsp unrefined cane sugar or molasses
  • 1 tsp dry mustard
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 tsp marjoram
  • 8 small potatoes, scrubbed
  • 6 carrots, scrubbed and quartered
  • 4 stalks celery, cut into 2 inch pieces
Instructions
  1. Rinse roast and pat dry.
  2. Cut small slits in top of roast and insert slices of garlic.
  3. Mix together sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and flour and dredge roast in flour.
  4. Heat oil in large dutch oven over medium high heat and brown roast on all sides.
  5. Add sliced onion and wine to roast.
  6. Combine tomato sauce and next 4 ingredients, bring liquid to a boil, cover and reduce heat.
  7. Simmer roast for 1½ hours.
  8. Add potatoes, carrots and celery. cover and continue simmering for an additional hour or until meat is tender.
  9. Transfer roast and vegetables to a serving platter.
  10. Serve with pan gravy spooned over top.
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Recipe adapted from The Ultimate Southern Living Cookbook: Deluxe Pot Roast

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Filed Under: Beef, Entrees, Sunday Suppers Tagged With: beef, one pot meal, pot roast, Real Food, whole food

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Comments

  1. Melissa @ Simply Sweets by Honeybee says

    October 5, 2014 at 17:42

    I love a good pot roast recipe. Looking forward to trying this one. I love what you said about the importance of spending time together as a couple. It is so important. I’m off every other Friday and my husband is off every Friday. We get to spend 2 Fridays a month together and every Sunday. He works Saturdays. Sundays have always been our day and it’s so hard for others to get that especially my in-laws but I cherish Sundays.
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      October 5, 2014 at 18:57

      I think that is awesome and a wonderful tradition. It doesn’t matter if no one else gets it. What’s important is that you both understand. Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to share. I loved hearing a little of your story.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  2. Lou Lou Girls says

    October 4, 2014 at 18:26

    Your roast looks amazing! Pinned. Hugs. Lou Lou Girls
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      October 4, 2014 at 21:13

      Right back at ya!

      Reply
  3. Stephanie says

    October 4, 2014 at 18:05

    Such a beautiful dish! Pure comfort food. Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      October 4, 2014 at 21:14

      Thank you Stephanie. I appreciate the share. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle says

    October 1, 2014 at 20:10

    I think that Roast is the perfect Sunday Supper, we have them a lot. I usually put it in the crock pot before we leave for Sunday School, and when we get home from Church, we have a wonderful meal waiting for us, and we can then enjoy our day of rest together. Thank you for sharing!
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      October 1, 2014 at 21:40

      Thanks Kim. I agree, it’s the perfect Sunday meal. I love how it makes the house smell too!

      Reply
  5. Raquel says

    September 28, 2014 at 14:57

    We love pot roast at our home. I am so happy that the weather is cooling down so I can make it again. I like your Sunday tradition with your hubby! So important to have together time!
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 29, 2014 at 09:12

      It is so important to stay connected. Every once in a while we fall in love all over again. It keeps things fresh and dynamic! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Antionette Blake says

    September 27, 2014 at 21:29

    I love making pot roast in the crock pot, thanks for sharing this with us at the #WWDParty.
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 28, 2014 at 05:29

      Thanks Antionette. This time of year my crock pot gets a lot of use. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Heather @ My Overflowing Cup says

    September 27, 2014 at 20:24

    Nothing like a slow cooked pot roast on a sunday afternoon or evening. Thanks so much for sharing your recipe, Shari!
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 28, 2014 at 05:31

      I agree. It tastes delicious without a lot of fuss. Thanks for coming by Heather and taking a moment to comment. I sure do appreciate you.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  8. Diane Roark says

    September 27, 2014 at 11:30

    Shari,

    I love your pot roast. My husband and I both ate it nearly every Sunday growing up. I still make it a lot of Sunday’s. I guess it is Sunday Comfort food.
    I have been to the beautiful GREEN BELT in Boise. It is a great place to walk, hike, bike and just relax. I wish we had something like that around here.
    Blessings,
    Diane Roark

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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 28, 2014 at 05:32

      The Green Belt is beautiful here in Boise. I wish we were closer to it so we could enjoy it more often.

      Reply
  9. Carrie Groneman says

    September 27, 2014 at 09:35

    Oh Shari, This is a winner, winner! I love a good roast and your picture makes me want to go get a fork. Have a wonderful weekend. Carrie, A Mother’s Shadow

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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 27, 2014 at 09:48

      Thanks Carrie. You are so sweet. I would say grab your fork and come right over but we ate every last bite already. Coming up next week is Homestyle Chicken and Dumplings. I’ll be sure to leave a place for you at the table! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Janine Huldie says

    September 27, 2014 at 08:27

    Kevin keeps asking me to make Pot Roast now that it is indeed fall, so I am totally pinning to try your recipe soon on one weekend here. Thanks and enjoy your weekend now, too Shari 🙂
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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 27, 2014 at 08:59

      Thanks Janine. Tim and I loved this recipe. I am sure I will make it several times this fall.

      Reply

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