How to dress up a pot roast...

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UsedToBeHusky
UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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So all my life, I have always loved a good old-fashioned pot roast in the crockpot, but my daughter informed me last night that she thinks they are boring. I use some good seasonings, a nice piece of meat, and a few vegetables. Is there something that I could add to make it more interesting? Any suggestions?
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  • _Elemenopee_
    _Elemenopee_ Posts: 2,665 Member
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    I want to say something about going through your closet and trying on the ugly Christmas sweaters but...but I won't...
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    I want to say something about going through your closet and trying on the ugly Christmas sweaters but...but I won't...

    You've already trolled me once today! :angry:
  • Chief_Rocka
    Chief_Rocka Posts: 4,710 Member
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    Tell her if she wants more excitement, cook it her damn self.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    Tell her if she wants more excitement, cook it her damn self.

    I love you! She is 13. It's just a crock pot.

    She got burned by some grease when she was young so she is scared to cook... but it is just a crock pot! :laugh:
  • Junken_Diraffe
    Junken_Diraffe Posts: 716 Member
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    Pour a beer over it. It's fantastic!
  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
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    Maybe it's just because she's 13. Or maybe I'm not any more creative than you. :laugh:

    I have a thirteen year old son who thinks most of my cooking is boring. He like taco night and pizza night, and just about everything else makes him look like McKayla.

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  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
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    Not saying this is a solution, just a funny story......

    Hubs used to complain about how blah my cooking was. My mother never spiced things up so I'm used to things tasting bland and figure if someone wants S&P they can add it after I serve them. However, he got on my nerves one day when I was making a beef stew and figured if he wanted spice, I'd add some cayenne pepper. I shook a bunch in and basically ruined the whole thing - it was way too hot to eat! LOL!!

    The only thing I can think of is to try using a mixture of a can of cream of mushroom (or cream of anything) soup and an envelope of dry onion soup mix. Great flavor and makes kind of a gravy sauce as it cooks that you can serve over the meat and veggies.
  • auroranflash
    auroranflash Posts: 3,569 Member
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    http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2011/09/2008_the_year_of_the_pot_roast/

    I have not tried this recipe yet, but this is exactly how I would do it and I would trust Ree Drummond with my life.
  • felice03
    felice03 Posts: 2,732 Member
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    I want to say something about going through your closet and trying on the ugly Christmas sweaters but...but I won't...

    I was going to suggest in drag...


    but to be serious...a can of crushed pineapple, some soy sauce, and a bit of orange juice...
  • Amberonamission
    Amberonamission Posts: 836 Member
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    I like to use some Balsamic Vinegar and Thyme in mine.
  • BritneysStuntDouble
    BritneysStuntDouble Posts: 849 Member
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    Pearls and a tiara worked for The Cowntess.

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  • BrettPGH
    BrettPGH Posts: 4,720 Member
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    Put skittles in it.

    -Recipe advice from a 10 year old.
  • ZombieChaser
    ZombieChaser Posts: 1,555 Member
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  • maab_connor
    maab_connor Posts: 3,927 Member
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    chianti and a packet of onion soup mix. srsly, makes it so good.

    and yes, when i first clicked, i was going to do a dress in drag and do the hula joke... but i rose above... also, the drag joke was already taken.
  • infamousmk
    infamousmk Posts: 6,033 Member
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    I like to sear the meat in a hot pan, first. And add some beer.
  • Krys_140
    Krys_140 Posts: 648 Member
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    LOL!

    I've always felt the same way as your daughter about pot roast. Haven't grown out of it. My mother is an excellent cook, but pot roast isn't my thing. However, if I were going to do one of my own, I'd absolutely try the pineapple/OJ suggestion.
  • mllst18
    mllst18 Posts: 188 Member
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    1 pot roast
    1 8oz cup of black coffee
    1 pack of lipton onion soup mix
    fill with water the rest of the way

    Combine, put on low heat for about 8 hrs. Doesn't taste like coffee at all! Very tender and savory! Enjoy!
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    LOL!

    I've always felt the same way as your daughter about pot roast. Haven't grown out of it. My mother is an excellent cook, but pot roast isn't my thing. However, if I were going to do one of my own, I'd absolutely try the pineapple/OJ suggestion.

    Yeah, I was thinking that sounded pretty good. Maybe with a little soy sauce too. My mom used to make chicken wings in a similar sauce.
  • Car0lynnM
    Car0lynnM Posts: 332 Member
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    Pot roast is pot roast, and it's not the most super exciting meal. However, it IS super delicious and comforting.
    I use dark beer or red wine, and rosemary and thyme. plenty of salt and pepper. Maybe try switching up the veggies--add parsnips to the usual carrots and potatoes. Hmmm...I see a pot roast in my weekend...

    Also, try thickening the juice when it's done and serve with mashed potatoes instead of roasting potatoes with the meat...
  • DonniesGirl69
    DonniesGirl69 Posts: 644 Member
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    I use a cup of strong coffee in mine instead of water or stock.

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