During the hectic holiday season, I make this roast a lot. We've scarfed it down before and after shopping, and while wrapping presents. Root vegetables and roast beef make everyone feel cozy and calm. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina
Ingredients
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 chai black tea bags
2 medium potatoes (about 1 pound), cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
2 medium turnips (about 9 ounces), cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 3 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
1In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Meanwhile, combine vegetables in a 6-qt. slow cooker.
2In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown roast on all sides. Place roast over vegetables; pour tea-steeped broth over the top. Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper; top with lemon slices. Cook, covered, on low until beef and vegetables are tender, 7-9 hours.
3Discard lemon slices. Remove roast and vegetables from slow cooker; keep warm.
4Transfer cooking juices to a saucepan; skim off fat. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with roast and vegetables.
