Note that the recipe does not include the recipe for mashed potatoes or polenta, so be sure to include those components on your grocery list.

Raise your hand if you grew up eating crockpot pot roast with chewy chuck roast seasoned with Lipton Onion Soup mix. No hate to the ’90s classic, but I like this reimagined version a bit better. Red wine and tomato paste add a depth to this slow-roasting classic that is typically missing from the original. We also add in the carrots at the end to keep them from getting overly mushy, and we suggest serving the roast over creamy mashed potatoes instead of adding the potatoes into the pot.

This is more of a weekend-friendly meal, as it takes a little time to roast in the oven. You can double it for a group or big eaters, but it will need a bit more time to cook. If someone trials this in an Instant Pot or crock pot, please add your comments in the side-bar notes!