Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Easy Crockpot, Full of Flavor

Aus Jus Roast
Lisa (my mother-in-law) got this recipe from a friend. It's simple and turns out moist, juicy, and flavorful.

1 pkg Aus Jus (powder form)
1 pkg Italian dressing (powder form)
1 cup water (or a bit more if desired)
1 roast (I used a London Broil)

Put all ingredients in a crock pot (for a large group you can do 2 roasts and simply double the other ingredients). Cook on low for 12-24 hours. Or, if you'd like to start it in the morning (and not get up at 6am) you can cook it on high for the first couple hours and then finish it on low. I had a smaller-sized roast and should have probably used a little bit less of the aus jus powder as it was a bit salty. However, after it cooked, I shredded it and added some more water and it was good. The leftovers did not seem overly salty at all.

As it gets close to time, make sure to check it so that it isn't getting too dry. If all the water absorbs and it continues to cook for a long while the meat will dry out.

You can serve this over baked potatoes, rice, or even use it in a tortilla.


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