The Crock Pot Coca-Cola Roast is a unique twist on the traditional pot roast, utilizing the sweet and caramel-like flavors of Coca-Cola to create a tender, flavorful, and slightly sweetened beef dish. This recipe adds an unexpected but delightful taste to the beef, while the slow cooking process ensures that it becomes incredibly tender and falls apart easily. Here’s how to make this intriguing dish that’s sure to spark conversations at your dinner table.
Ingredients:
- 3 to 4-pound beef chuck roast
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Coca-Cola (not diet)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
- 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)