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Sweet & Tangy Beef Roast

Here’s a tasty change to classic beef roast. I love to serve this for family dinners because I know it will always be well-appreciated.

—RACHEL VAN ORDEN ANNVILLE, PA



PREP: 10 MIN. COOK: 7 HOURS + STANDING MAKES: 8 SERVINGS


1 tablespoon canola oil

1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds)

2 medium onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided

3/4 cup honey barbecue sauce

1/2 cup red pepper jelly

3 tablespoons hoisin sauce

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add onions and 1 cup water.

2. In a small bowl, mix barbecue sauce, jelly and hoisin sauce; pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until meat is tender.

3. Remove roast from slow cooker; tent with foil. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

4. Meanwhile, skim fat from cooking juices; transfer juices to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Mix cornstarch and remaining water until smooth. Stir into pan. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with roast and onions.