Description
A slow‑cooker beef roast bathed in apple cider, sliced apples, cinnamon and grape juice creates a tender, sweet‑savory centerpiece perfect for autumn family meals. This easy recipe uses smoked beef, apple cider, and warm spices to deliver a comforting dish that’s ready with minimal effort, making it ideal for busy households seeking a flavorful, hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds beef roast
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 apples, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the beef roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium‑high heat; sear the roast on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the roast to a slow‑cooker, add apple cider, sliced apples, onion, garlic, and cinnamon.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours until the meat is fork‑tender.
- Remove the roast, let it rest 10 minutes, then slice against the grain.
- Serve with the apple‑cider sauce spooned over the slices.
Notes
- For a richer flavor
- add a splash of grape juice concentrate during the last hour of cooking. Skim excess fat from the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Fall Apple Cider Beef Roast Recipe, easy beef roast, autumn dinner ideas, slow cooker beef recipe, apple cider recipes, grape juice cooking, fall comfort food, one pot meals, family dinner recipes