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Crockpot Bourbon Beef

Jill Lockridge-The Freckled Cook
Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, a Sunday family feast, or just treating yourself to some down-home comfort, Bourbon Beef brings the spirit of the South to your table. This mouthwatering dish is like a party for your taste buds, featuring tender beef slices drenched in a smoky, bourbon sauce that'll have you dancing with joy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pound chuck roast
  • ½ cup bourbon
  • ½ cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • salt, pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by searing the chuck roast to add depth of flavor. Heat on a hot grill or with olive oil in a large skillet or in a cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the roast on all sides until it's nicely browned. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Once the roast is seared, transfer it to a slow cooker. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, then salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Pour honey or brown sugar over the roast.
  • Pour in beef broth or beef stock, worcestershire sauce, and bourbon. If you want a little heat, add a little bit of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW heat for 6-8 hours or until the chuck roast is fork-tender and falls apart easily. Alternatively, you can cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with a couple of tablespoons of cold water. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce. Let it cook for an additional 30 minutes on LOW or until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. When the chuck roast is tender and the sauce is thickened, shred the meat or chop into chunks, allowing it to soak up the delicious bourbon sauce. Serve as a traditional roast, over rice, noodles, or on buns and enjoy!
Keyword bourbon beef, crockpot recipes
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