To cook roast beef in a slow cooker, follow these general steps:
- Season the beef roast with salt, pepper, and preferred seasonings. Optionally, rub with steak and Italian seasonings.
- Sear the roast in a hot skillet with some oil for a few minutes on each side to brown and lock in flavor.
- Place chopped vegetables like carrots, potatoes, onions, and celery at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Put the seared roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Add beef broth and optionally some red wine or a soup mix for flavor. The liquid should cover the vegetables and part of the roast.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender.
- Once cooked, remove the roast and let it rest briefly. Use two forks to shred or slice the meat.
- Optionally, prepare gravy by thickening the cooking liquid with cornstarch mixed with water, heated until thickened.
- Serve the roast beef with the cooked vegetables and gravy.
This method yields a tender, juicy roast with flavorful vegetables and gravy, great for a comforting meal.