Juicy Roast Beef Recipe with Rich Gravy – Perfect Sunday Dinner

Indulge in this juicy roast beef recipe, featuring tender beef coated in rich gravy, served with roasted potatoes and garnished with fresh parsley. A classic Sunday dinner idea for the USA, perfect for family gatherings.

📝 Ingredients:

• 3–4 lb beef chuck roast
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 large carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (for gravy)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Sear the beef:
   Season roast with salt and pepper. In a hot skillet, heat olive oil and sear the beef for 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
2. Make the base:
   In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, then pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add thyme and rosemary.
3. Slow cook everything:
   Pour the mixture over the roast. Add potatoes and carrots around the beef. Cover and cook on low for 8–9 hours or high for 5–6 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
4. Make the gravy:
   Remove the beef and vegetables. In a saucepan, heat the liquid from the slow cooker and stir in cornstarch slurry. Simmer until thickened.
5. Serve:
   Slice or shred the beef and serve with the vegetables, topped with the delicious brown gravy.