POT ROAST WITH COCOA-COFFEE GRAVY

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POT ROAST WITH COCOA-COFFEE GRAVY image

Looking for a little different flavor in your pot roast? Then try this recipe, courtesy of Sandra.

Provided by Judy W @zoobie

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoon(s) canola oil
3 pound(s) boneless chuck roast, trimmed
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1/4 cup(s) all purpose flour
2 teaspoon(s) instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon(s) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cup(s) original beef cooking stock
1/2 cup(s) water
1 teaspoon(s) tomato paste
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
4 - bay leaves
4 medium carrots, cut into 3" pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325^. In a medium Dutch oven, heat oil over medium high heat. Sprinkle beef with salt, pepper & flour. Add to pan; cook for 7 minutes, or until browned on all sides. Remove from heat.
  • In a medium bowl, place coffee & cocoa powder; stir in stock, 1/2 cup water and tomato paste. Add coffee mixture, onion & bay leaves to Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 2 hours.
  • Add carrots; cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until tender. Remove and discard bay leaves. If you like potatoes cooked with the roast, add them with the carrots, increase liquids accordingly.

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