Slow Cooker Pot Roast: A Tender, Hearty Comfort Meal

Introduction
A Slow Cooker Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food, offering melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and deep, savory flavors. By using the slow cooker, you can set it and forget it while the beef becomes perfectly tender and infused with the goodness of herbs, garlic, and vegetables. This hearty dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner, and the rich gravy it produces will leave everyone craving seconds. Let’s dive into this easy, yet impressive recipe.

Ingredients
3–4 lb chuck roast
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme)
1 tsp dried rosemary (or 1 sprig fresh rosemary)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, sliced
3 carrots, cut into chunks
3 medium potatoes, cut into chunks
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richness)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening the gravy)
How to Make
Step 1: Sear the Roast