Get cozy with one of my favorite fall family recipes!
One of my absolute favorite family dinner recipes—and a go-to for many—is the Mississippi Pot Roast. This slow cooker recipe requires just a few ingredients, and the results are nothing short of incredible plus it’s easy to make for a large gathering. If you’re looking for an effortless, melt-in-your-mouth meal that is easy to throw together and the whole family will love, look no further.
Why This Is the Ultimate Fall Family Recipe
This Mississippi Pot Roast is everything a fall family recipe should be: hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor. The slow cooker works its magic by tenderizing the meat over hours, allowing the ranch seasoning, gravy, butter, and pepperoncini to infuse the roast with deliciousness.
For fall family recipes, you can’t go wrong with a roast that practically cooks itself. On busy days where it seems like there are not enough hours in a day, I love meals that are easy to prepare.
This post is all about how to make one of the easiest and most delicious fall family recipes! Mississippi Pot Roast made in the crockpot!
Mississippi Pot Roast
Step by step instructions for this super easy fall family recipe-Mississippi Pot Roast in the crock pot.
8
servings15
minutes6-8
hoursIngredients
- 4 lb
chuck roast
- 1
medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1 oz
ranch seasoning packet
- .87 oz
brown gravy packet (McCormick or similar)
- 1/2 cup
unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1-16 oz jar
pepperoncini peppers, drained (save juice)
- 1/2 cup
pepperoncini juice
- 1 package
Hawaiian Rolls
directions
Season your chuck roast with salt & pepper, using a cast iron skillet, or thick bottom pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil on high and sear the meat on both sides.
Once seared on both sides, place the chuck roast directly into your 6-quart slow cooker or crock pot.
Add the sliced onions, sprinkle the ranch seasoning and brown gravy mix over the roast. Add the sliced pads of butter, then scatter the pepperoncini peppers around the roast and pour in the pepperoncini juice.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 6-7 hours. Don’t open the lid during cooking as it can affect the roast’s tenderness.
Once the roast is done cooking, it will be tender and easy to shred. Use two forks to pull the meat apart right in the slow cooker. Discard any fatty pieces and stir the meat into the delicious gravy.
Serve the shredded pot roast with mashed potatoes, on a sandwich bun, or alongside roasted veggies. The rich, flavorful gravy that forms in the slow cooker is perfect for drizzling over your meal.
Tips for Perfecting Your Family Dinner Recipe
1. Chuck Roast: This cut of meat is perfect for slow cooking because it’s marbled with fat, which makes it incredibly tender when cooked low and slow. There’s no need to trim all the fat—it helps keep the roast juicy and flavorful.
2. Customize the Heat: If you love spice, try using a spicy ranch seasoning packet or adding more pepperoncini peppers to amp up the heat. It’s a simple way to give your family dinner recipe a little extra kick!
3. Don’t Skip the Butter: The butter creates a rich, savory gravy as it melts into the roast. This gravy is perfect for pouring over mashed potatoes, rice, or any side dish you choose.
4. Serve with Fall Sides: This Mississippi Pot Roast pairs beautifully with other fall family recipes like roasted carrots, green beans, or creamy mashed potatoes. You can’t go wrong with a hearty meal that includes these comforting sides.
Why This Recipe Should Be a Family Favorite
In conclusion, Mississippi Pot Roast is the perfect family dinner recipe. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal effort, and results in a tender, flavorful roast that everyone will love. Whether you’re gathering with family for a Sunday dinner or making a weeknight meal that’s both comforting and satisfying, this is the recipe you’ll want to have on hand.
As fall settles in, make sure this Mississippi Pot Roast is part of your lineup of fall family recipes. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of the slow cooker, you can create a delicious meal that brings the whole family together.
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Loved this recipe. Could you make beef stew sometime? Thank you for all your recipes and sharing your family with all of us.