Best Weekend Dinner Ideas (Crockpot Mississippi Roast Recipe and More)
For those that don’t slow down on the weekend, this one's for you! Crockpot Mississippi roast is juicy, tender and only takes 10 minutes of your time to prep! From the succulent beef, to the tender veggies, and the rich gravy, this dish is perfect!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 3-4 pound chuck roast
- 3/4 packet au jus mix You can add the whole packet if you'd like to have a more salty flavor.
- 1 packet ranch mix
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 10 pepperoncini peppers
- optional vegetables such as potatoes and carrots
Instructions
- Place the roast into a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add the au jus mix, ranch mix, butter and peppers around the roast.
- Cover the slow cooker. Cook on low setting for 8 hours, or high for 4-5 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling apart.
- Remove cover and shred the roast using two forks.
- (Optional) To thicken the gravy: Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Then add the leftover liquid to a small saucepan and the cornstarch/water mixture. Cook for a few minutes until the gravy has thickened.
- Garnish with optional minced parsley and drizzle with gravy.