Balsamic Beef

The Hubby and I are always up for a good pot roast.  So when he was showing he was willing to have balsamic (a recent development), I made this immediately.  We both loved the flavor; the balsamic really gives it a depth and smokiness. 

 {Balsamic Beef with mashed potatoes}

 {Side view}

One year ago:   Beef with Gravy and Buttered Noodles

Balsamic Beef
from Shugary Sweet

Makes 4 servings

2 pound beef chuck roast
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch (3 tablespoons tapioca flour for paleo)
2 tablespoons broth

1. Place roast in crock-pot.
2. Mix remaining ingredients together and pour over roast.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
4.  Drain cooking liquid from crock-pot and place in a saucepan.
5. Mix cornstarch (tapioca) and broth together and add it to the beef liquid.
6. Cook sauce until thickened.
7. Slice beef and serve over mashed potatoes (or cauliflower) topped with gravy.

If you don't believe that we love pot roast, you should try Chipotle-Coffee Pot Roast, Garlic Pepper Pot Roast, Sauerbraten (German pot roast),and Pot Roast Paprikash.

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