POLYNESIAN ROAST BEEF

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This marvelous recipe from my sister has been a family favorite for years. Pineapple and peppers add a perfect contrast to the rich and savory beef.-Annette Mosbarger, Peyton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 7h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 beef top round roast (3-1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons browning sauce, optional
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup beef broth
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 medium green pepper, sliced

Steps:

Cut roast in half; brush with browning sauce if desired. Combine the flour, salt and pepper; rub over meat. Place onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with roast. , Drain pineapple, reserving juice; refrigerate the pineapple slices. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and ginger; whisk in the broth, soy sauce, garlic and reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low for 6-8 hours. , Add pineapple and green pepper. Cook 1 hour longer or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 34g protein.