Description
Envelope Roast is a classic slow-roasted chuck roast recipe that’s incredibly flavorful and tender. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you’ll have a hearty and delicious meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chuck Roast:
- 1 (3 to 4 lb) chuck roast
Seasoning Mix:
- 1 packet dry Italian salad dressing mix
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
Others:
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine Italian dressing mix, ranch dressing mix, and brown gravy mix.
- Prepare Roast: Pat the roast dry and sear in a skillet if desired.
- Season and Roast: Place the roast in a Dutch oven, sprinkle seasonings, add water, cover, and roast for 4–5 hours.
- Rest and Serve: Let the roast rest before shredding or slicing.
Notes
- This recipe can be adapted for a slow cooker—cook on low for 8 hours.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
- Add carrots and potatoes to the pan for a complete one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of roast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
