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"This is by far the simplest way to make roast beef and gravy," assures Abby Metzger of Larchwood, Iowa. "On busy days, I can put this main dish in the slow cooker and forget about it. My family likes it with mashed potatoes and fruit salad."
Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 267 calories, 14 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 90 mg cholesterol, 517 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 27 g protein.
Originally published as Roast Beef and Gravy in Quick Cooking January/February 2002, p53
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Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir.
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Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2013 by Miguet
I used a can of mushroom soup and a can of French onion soup, and the sherry. I did not use the onion soup mix. It was fabulous! Just an FYI, in the comments they are saying they braised the roast before they put it in the slow cooker. I do believe they meant SEARED or BROWNED the roast before it went in the slow cooker.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2013 by AngelPuppy
I've made this recipe several times for my family of 4. It's one of the few meals that everyone likes!
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2012 by rockstaralice
This will be a regular!
Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2012 by shecooksalot
This is super easy and makes a great roast and gravy for little effort. I put this in the slow cooker and had to go to a meeting, but according to my husband, the kids loved it and they didn't leave hardly any for me when I got back!!! Definately a keeper and I will be making again.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2012 by CWOCN
I, too, braised the roast before placing in the crock pot. I used extra beef broth, half a packet of onion soup, added garlic salt and thickened the gravy with cornstarch. Tasty result!
Reviewed on May. 07, 2012 by Kathie1026
Absolutely the BEST and EASIEST dish to make, hands down.I got a late start in putting it in the crock pot; having only six hours to cook it. To offset my timing, I cooked it on HIGH the entire time. It was very tender when I was ready to serve it.
Absolutely the BEST and EASIEST dish to make, hands down.
I got a late start in putting it in the crock pot; having only six hours to cook it. To offset my timing, I cooked it on HIGH the entire time. It was very tender when I was ready to serve it.
Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2012 by blackoctober13
Will definitely be making this again. I used beef broth, as someone suggested, instead of water and beef bullion. I also braised the meat w/ salt and pepper on a hot pan before adding it to the slow cooker, to make it more flavorful. Good one!
Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2012 by LindaKBrown
yummy, easy, well-received at my Christmas party dinner.
Reviewed on Jan. 07, 2012 by marissajune
Easy, tasty, tender roast beef dinner!
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2011 by dzm388
I've made this many times. DH does not like onion soup so I usually sub an envelope of beef gravy mix for the onion soup mix (adding some dried onion to the broth mixture). Can also use a jar of beef or mushroom gravy instead of one can of soup, can add a can of mushroom pieces too. I peel carrots and potatoes, pierce the potatoes with a knife, and place them on TOP of the meat while it cooks, they get done perfectly.
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2011 by jenluv37
Very good, traditional roast. Nothing spectacular but a very good recipe. Very easy to make.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2011 by bjsilve0
Excellent flavor and easy.
Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2011 by punkysquirrel
This tasted great, although I added a little cornstarch at the end to thicken up the gravy a little bit.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2011 by jmkasprak
I have to agree, it couldn't be much easier to have roast beef and gravy.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2011 by ldiekman
This was soooo yummy and so easy to make. I will definitely make this again. Leftovers are great, over bread.
Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2011 by amygerman15
These were so good that even my picky kids and husband rated it A+. It also made great gravy.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2011 by jmswann
It's easy and very tasty. Just wish I know about adding potatoes and carrots.
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2011 by kpartlow
Best recipe for roast beef EVER!!!!
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2011 by deboralbtn
I have made this so many times I've lost count. I don't always have the sherry or beef broth and it still comes out with enough gravy. Sometimes I'll even add a bit of red wine, that is a nice addition.
Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2010 by jenmaro
My family loves this recipe and it's so easy & delicious. It is good with potatoes, noodles, or rice. It doesn't matter if you're a bit late from work, as it seems to only improve with a little more cooking time. Makes great leftovers and my dogs also love it! I made this from Quick Cooking over 10 years ago, and it's my main recipe for roast beef. It's also in the 5 ingredient recipe cookbook, which is excellent!
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2010 by nyholm
Not the healthest, but OOHHHHHHHH soooo good and we've never had left overs!
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2009 by richlinKy
I have used this recipe for years, except that I use the Golden Mushroom soup. This is a long time family favorite.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2009 by Coupon_Queen
I use golden mushroom soup for my crock pot roast. :)
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