Mississippi Pot Roast

This is the real deal Mississippi Pot Roast from a gal with Mississippi roots, ya heard me? In my recipe, you are going to get a tender, flavorful, savory and absolutely melt in your mouth pot roast that will knock your eyes in the back of your head every single time you take a bite. The prep doesn’t take super long, and the best part is that this Mississippi pot roast recipe is made in a slow cooker saving you so much time boos!

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Y’all know folks from the ‘Sip can cook! And I mean throw down. That’s why you should trust this recipe boos. Y’all know my family is Mississippi bred so I am handing down all that goodness to you. This Mississippi pot roast is the truth, and it’s got all that richness and savory flavor you look for in a roast recipe. Let’s get into it!

What is a Mississippi Pot Roast?

Mississippi Pot Roast is a flavorful beef chuck roast that’s cooked in a slow cooker making it super tender until it falls apart. It was started in Mississippi, and really took on a life on its own. With just a few ingredients like dressing mix, gravy mix and butter, you infuse the beef with so much flavor and juiciness.

The Lowdown on the Best Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

Cuisine Inspiration: Southern
Primary Cooking Method: Slow Cooking
Dietary Info: For the meat lovers y’all! Can be adapted to be gluten-free
Key Flavor: Savory, Rich, and Flavorful with a Touch of Spice and Sweetness
Skill Level: Easy (No Sweat Fam!)

• Super Tender: That slow cooker process literally transforms the beef into the most tender pot roast you will ever taste!
• Easy: With minimal prep time and the genius of a slow cooker, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to impress without stress.
• Lots of Flavor: The ingredients create an addictive flavor profile that’s both savory and unique.
• Spiced Right: Those little peppers add just the right amount of heat
• Serve it Your Way: Whether it’s over mashed potatoes, nestled in a sandwich, or enjoyed all on its own, this pot roast adapts to your cravings. Do you boos!

Ingredients You’ll Need To Make this Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

• Chuck Roast: Using this tough cut of beef is perfect in a slow cooker recipe because it is going to slowly break down over the long cooking period and get tender.
• Ranch Dressing: This gives us some herby essence that makes the flavor so so good.
• Au Jus Gravy: This is gonna give us all the spices and seasonings to get that roast poppin.
• Dark Brown Sugar: Just this touch of sweetness helps balance out the savory flavors. It also gives a lovely caramelized essence.
• Pepperoncini Peppers: These tangy peppers are gonna add a kick of subtle heat.
• Butter: This ingredient adds so much richness creating a silky sauce to sop right on up!

How to Make Mississippi Pot Roast

Step 1: Prep the Roast

1. Add the roast to the cozy slow cooker.
2. Next sprinkle the roast with a ranch dressing packet, gravy mix, and a touch of brown sugar. This trio is gonna work together to create a flavor explosion in every bite.

Step 2: Spice it Up, Butter it Up and Slow Cook

1. Add a pop of heat with peppers, and then add some generous pats of butter.
2. Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting for 8-10 hours on low or if you’re pressed for time, 5-6 hours on high will do the trick. Patience is key here – the longer it cooks, the more tender it becomes.
3. Before serving, use a spoon to skim off any excess oil that’s settled on top. This ensures your pot roast is both delish and not overly greasy.
4. Once your roast is fall-apart tender, grab two forks and get to shredding then serve it up!

How to Serve Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

• Classic Comfort Meal: Ain’t nothing like a slow cooker Mississippi pot roast served over some cream cheese mashed potatoes and glazed carrots soaking up all those juices.
• Side Dish Twist: You can give this roast for real Southern vibes by serving over cheese grits or even buttery grits. Make a pan of cornbread and a pot of collard greens and serve it up!
• Get Tex Mex with It: This roast is absolutely delicious when you serve it up as tacos. Serve along with some guacamole and Mexican rice.

Recipe Substitutions

• Chuck Roast: If you can’t find a good roast, grab a a brisket or even a rump roast. You will be good to go!
• Packets: You can totally sub in some dry herbs and spices to mimic these flavors. Grab the onion and garlic powder, dried thyme and parsley and some soy sauce, worchestershire for some flavor depth.
• Brown Sugar: You can add in a little honey or maple syrup if you are out of brown sugar. Or just leave it out all together for a super savory tasting roast.
• Peppers: Sub in banana peppers, cubanelle peppers, chopped fresh jalapeno or mild green peppers if pepperoncini peppers aren’t around.
• Butter: You can substitute with olive oil or even ghee to keep that nutty flavor intact.

Recipe Additions and Variations

• Veggies: Give this Mississippi pot roast classic vibes by adding diced up onions, potatoes and carrots. When they soak in that sauce, baby its too good!
• Herb it up: Add in some fresh thyme or rosemary to give those earthy vibes.
• Smoky Essence: Give this Mississippi pot roast a little smoke with some chipotle. You can add chipotle in adobo and really play with the flavors here.
• Make it Italian: You can swap out the ranch dressing for an Italian dressing, some diced tomatoes and basil. Sprinkle with a little parm and serve over some pasta. Good eatin’ y’all!

Tips and Tricks for the Best Mississippi Roast

• Get a Quality Roast y’all: Make sure you get a well-marbled chuck roast that’s bright red. That’s gonna give you that good tender and flavorful roast.
• Brown If You Have Some Time: If you have a little extra time on your hands, brown the meat by giving it a little sear in a cast iron skillet before you slow cook. It’s gonna give you such a great caramelized crust.
• Take Your Time: I know it’s tempting to set that slow cooker to high but seriously the low setting is the move. It will take about 8 hours but the results are insane y’all. It makes that roast beyond tender.
• Let it Rest: After the crockpot Mississippi roast is done cooking, let it chill boos. Let those juices redistribute back into that meat, making each bite even more juicy.
• Make a Gravy: You can remove some of those delish flavorful juices and create a thicker gravy. Just whisk in a slurry of cornstarch or flour mixed with water and thicken on the stovetop.

How to Store Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

• Fridge: Transfer any leftovers into an airtight container and put in the fridge. It should stay good to go for up to 3-4 days.
• Freezer: You can freeze it for up to 2-3 months; just make sure to thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheating: You can heat it up on the stovetop in a pan by adding a splash of liquid if it looks a little dry. The microwave is all good too.

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