Many readers have written in asking for some crock pot recipes. Now that the kids are back in school the question “What is for Dinner?” becomes more frustrating. Here is an easy quick fix that I know will be well received by your own little foodies.
Best Slow Cooker Roast EVER
adapted from Jenn Barre, mom, chef and the crock pot girl
Ingredients:
2-5 lb Pot Roast
.75 oz ranch dressing dry envelope
.75 oz Italian dressing dry envelope
.75 oz gravy mix, brown, envelope
1 to 1 1/2 cup water
1/2 lb potatoes
1/2 lb. carrots
Cut potatoes and carrots and put on the bottom of the crock pot
Place roast on top of vegetables
Sprinkle contents of all 3 envelopes on top of the roast
add water, cover the vegetables (adjust for size of roast)
cover, cook on low for 6-10 hours
Happy Crocking!
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