Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 2-4 pound beef chuck roast
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt ((to season the beef))
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper ((to season the beef))
  • 2 onions (chopped)
  • 2 Russet potatoes (cut in 1-2" pieces)
  • 4 (whole) carrots (cut in 2 inch pieces)
  • 4 cloves garlic (crushed and chopped)
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce ((substitute soy sauce))
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 chipotle pepper (in adobo sauce (crushed))
  • 1 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Instruction

  • Let the roast come to room temperature for 1-2 hours before cooking it.
  • Season the roast with the salt and pepper.
  • Heat your cast iron skillet over high heat until it is barely smoking.  
  • Sear the roast on all sides (about 3-5 minutes per side), ensuring a good crust is formed.  
  • Layer the onions, potatoes, chopped garlic and carrots in the bottom of the slow cooker. 
  • Place the roast on top of the vegetables and add the remaining ingredients. 
  • Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours.