Instant Pot Yankee Pot Roast

Instant Pot Yankee Pot Roast is a comforting, hearty dish that transforms a tough cut of beef into a tender, flavorful meal in a fraction of the time thanks to the Instant Pot. With classic root vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions simmering in a rich broth, this pot roast delivers all the cozy flavors of traditional slow-cooked Yankee pot roast in under an hour. It’s perfect for a family dinner or when you’re craving a nostalgic meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb beef chuck roast
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
2. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and heat the olive oil. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the onions and garlic until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
4. Deglaze the pot with the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. If you prefer not to use wine, you can skip this step and use more beef broth.
5. Return the roast to the pot and add the beef broth, carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce.
6. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
7. Remove the roast and vegetables from the pot. Turn the Instant Pot back to “Sauté” mode and stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
8. Slice the roast and serve with the vegetables, topped with the thickened gravy and garnished with fresh parsley.

This Instant Pot Yankee Pot Roast is a delicious and tender meal packed with rich flavors, perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion!