Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Balsamic Glazed Beef Roast

Ingredients:

• 3–4 lb beef chuck roast

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup beef broth

• ½ cup balsamic vinegar

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

• 1 large onion, sliced

• Optional garnish: fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Prep the Roast:

   • Season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper.

   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side).

2. Make the Glaze:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.

3. Slow Cook:

   • Place sliced onions in the bottom of the slow cooker.

   • Place the seared roast on top and pour the balsamic glaze over it.

   • Add beef broth around the sides (not directly over the roast).

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded.

4. Serve:

   • Remove roast from slow cooker and let rest for 5 minutes.

   • Spoon glaze and onions over the top.

   • Slice or shred the beef and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

   • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.