Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

olive oil

3 lbs

chuck roast

3 cup

apple cider

2 tsp

beef bouillon granules

1 unit

onion

cut in wedges

4 unit

carrots

peeled

2 unit

apples

cored and quartered

1 tsp

salt

Step 1
~47 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~47 min

Brown the chuck roast on all sides.

Step 3
~47 min

Transfer the browned chuck roast to a slow cooker.

Step 4
~47 min

Add apple cider to the slow cooker.

Step 5
~47 min

Sprinkle beef bouillon granules into the apple cider and stir to mix.

Step 6
~47 min

Arrange onion wedges, carrots, and apple quarters on and around the meat.

Step 7
~47 min

Sprinkle salt over the ingredients.

Step 8
~47 min

Cook on high for 1 hour.

Step 9
~47 min

Reduce heat to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is easily pulled apart with a fork.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Sear the roast well for deeper flavor.

Add a splash of apple cider vinegar for extra tang.

Thicken the sauce at the end with a cornstarch slurry if desired.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled the night before and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes

Serve with crusty bread

Serve with a side salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Green beans
Roasted Brussels sprouts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meals

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall harvest
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Fall gathering
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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