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Easy Slow Cooker Roast Beef

Tender and flavorful roast beef cooked in a slow cooker with vegetables. A simple and hearty meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Roast Beef
  • 3 pounds chuck or rump roast
  • 2 tablespoons steak seasoning blend
  • 1 tablespoon italian herb mix
  • 2 cups beef broth
Vegetables
  • 1 pound baby carrots
  • 2 pounds potatoes (red preferred, cut into 2-inch pieces)
  • 1 large white or yellow onion (chunked)
  • 1 stalk celery (sliced)
Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (add more if desired)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
Thickening
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

Method
 

  1. Place roast in slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle with steak seasoning and Italian herb mix.
  3. Add beef broth, carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  6. Mix cold water and cornstarch to form a slurry. Add to slow cooker during the last 30 minutes to thicken the gravy.

Notes

For a richer flavor, sear the roast before placing it in the slow cooker.