Java Roast Beef #slowcooker

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I like to use my slow cooker all year around. It is great for warm winter soups. But it is also great for making meats on a hot summer day when you don’t want to use the stove! That was exactly the plan when I made this Java Roast Beef! This beef comes out so super tender and then when you use the juices to make a quick pan gravy to serve with it, you are going to flip at the deep coffee notes mixed with the garlic and onion flavors.

If you have not tried out coffee concentrate before, now is the time! It gives you all the flavor of coffee with out having to make a whole pot for your recipe (or using the leftovers). The concentrate doesn’t just work great for making coffee drinks but is perfect for recipes that utilize coffee. If you cannot find concentrate (try Javy, if you don’t know what to get), you can use regular brewed coffee. Just replace one cup of the beef broth with one cup of brewed coffee.

Java Roast Beef

I used cornstarch to thicken my pan gravy, but you can use flour if you prefer it. I use cornstarch more frequently since we discovered my youngest son has a gluten intolerance. Cornstarch gives the same effect as a thickening agent without upsetting his stomach, so it is a simple swap for us. If you prefer the flavor of flour, it will work just as well in this recipe.

Java Roast Beef

For a side dish, I made some balsamic roasted veggies. Super simple to make, just chop up a variety of veggies – I used zucchini, summer squash, and mushrooms. Spread them all out on a baking sheet, drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Bake at 375degF for 30 minutes.

Java Roast Beef

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Java Roast Beef

A slow cooked chuck roast with the deep flavors of coffee and a delightful gravy
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword beef, coffee, roast beef, slow cooked beef, slow cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Slow Cook Time 8 hours
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker at least 6qt

Ingredients

  • 1 Chuck Roast at least 4 lbs
  • 5 Garlic Cloves minced
  • ½ Medium Yellow Onion minced
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Coffee Concentrate
  • cup Beef Broth divided
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch

Instructions

  • Combine coffee concentrate, two cups of beef broth, salt, and pepper.
  • Add beef roast to slow cooker. Add garlic and onions on top. Pour broth mixture over top. Secure lid and cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker and let rest while you make the gravy.
  • Skim off fat. Ladle liquid into a sauce pan over medium heat. Once it starts to bubble, carefully mix in cornstarch while whisking. Allow to thicken then whisk in remaining beef broth.
  • Slice roast into ½inch pieces and serve with a ladle of gravy.

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Published by Estelle Forrest

I am a lot of things – wife, mother, daughter, sister, niece, friend, business owner, volunteer, and a home chef. I have lived in the Pacific Northwest for most of my adult life and plan to stay forever – while traveling a lot. I am currently running a General Contracting business with my husband out of our home. Between us we have 6 kids in our blended family, 4 of which live with us full-time. We are a highly active family during the week – sports, bands, dance classes – as well as on the weekend – camping, hiking, car shows, and concerts. We like to go go go, but when it comes to dinnertime, we mostly like to dine-in! I love to create things with my hands and have probably tried almost every craft out there at least once or twice. Cooking is a huge part of my life. No matter what anyone says – you can taste the difference in the food if it was made with love. Some of the simplest meals can be elevated so much when they are cooked with care. Pouring love into the meals I create brings a feeling of fulfillment and satisfaction, not only to me, but to the people I care about.

2 thoughts on “Java Roast Beef #slowcooker

  1. Irene – Southern Ontario, Canada – Mexican born with Japanese background living in Canada who loves science, cooking and gardening
    Irene says:

    Sounds very interesting, I have pinned to try soon!

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