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Savory Mississippi Pot Roast – Easy, Flavorful Comfort Food

Mississippi Pot Roast is a crowd-pleasing, flavorful comfort food that transforms any hectic day into a cozy evening.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3-4 pounds Boneless Beef Chuck Roast The star of the show
  • 1 packet Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix Choose low-sodium if desired
For the Gravy
  • 1 packet Au Jus Gravy Mix Can substitute with homemade beef broth
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter One stick, enriches the sauce
For the Kick
  • 5-6 Pepperoncini Peppers Lends tangy flavor; can substitute with banana peppers

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place 3-4 pound boneless beef chuck roast into a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Season the Roast: Sprinkle dry ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix over the roast and rub into the meat.
  3. Add the Butter: Slice one stick of unsalted butter and place it directly on top of the roast.
  4. Incorporate the Peppers: Arrange 5-6 whole pepperoncini peppers around the roast and drizzle brine over everything.
  5. Set It and Forget It: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours without lifting the lid.
  6. Shred the Beef: After cooking, shred the beef in the pot and mix with gravy.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon onto plates and serve with desired sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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