Yankee Pot Roast of Beef With Vegetables (In the Crock-Pot)

I love my crock-pot! Here is our family favorite Yankee Pot Roast recipe that we've been enjoying for years. A great autumn or winter comfort dinner. Thicken the gravy to serve over the beef and vegetables, and add a side of horseradish, if desired.

• Ready In: 10 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 3 -4  lbs rump roast, top round roast or 3 -4  lbs beef brisket
•  salt and pepper
• 3  medium potatoes, pared and quartered
• 2  medium onions, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 4  carrots, pared and sliced
• 2  stalks celery, sliced (with leaves)
• 1  bay leaf
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1⁄2 cup apple cider, beef consomme or 1⁄2 cup red wine

Directions

1. Place vegetables into the bottom of the crock-pot.
2. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper, then place in pot.
3. Add the liquid, bay leaf, and dried marjoram.
4. Cover and cook on LOW heat 10 to 12 hours (or HIGH heat 5 to 6 hours).
5. Remove meat and vegetables with slotted spoon and thicken drippings for gravy if desired.