SLOW COOKER POT ROAST

What could be more comforting than a sweet maple syrup flavored chuck roast to celebrate the imminent arrival of fall? This slow-cooker recipe is perfect for flavoring up the house and giving you a treat!

Ingredients

• 30 mL (2 tbsp.) onion powder
• 5 mL (1 tsp.) garlic powder
• 30 mL (2 tbsp.) Dijon mustard
• 15 mL (1 tablespoon) chopped fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 boneless 900 g (2 lb) beef chuck roast
• 15 mL (1 tbsp.) olive oil
• 180 mL (3/4 cup) beef broth
• 80 mL (1/3 cup) maple syrup
• 1 onion, sliced into rings
• 4 Nantes carrots, cut into pieces
• 8 new potatoes
• 1/2 small rutabaga, cut into cubes

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the onion powder with garlic powder, mustard and thyme—season with salt and pepper.
2. Remove excess fat from a chuck roast.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chuck roast for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer roast to a plate. Brush both sides of the roast with a mustard mixture.
5. Place roast in slow cooker. Add broth, maple syrup and vegetables.
6. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours, until meat flakes easily with a fork.