Ingredients for - Beer-Braised Roast with Root Vegetables

1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
2. 1 boneless beef chuck or venison roast (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), trimmed
3. 2 large onions, sliced
4. 3 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
5. 3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
6. 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
7. 1/2 pound fresh whole mushrooms, quartered
8. 1 bottle (12 ounces) dark beer or 1-1/2 cups beef broth
9. 4 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
10. 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
11. 3 tablespoons seedless blackberry spreadable fruit
12. 1 teaspoon salt
13. 1 teaspoon pepper
14. 2 tablespoons cornstarch
15. 1/2 cup cold water

How to cook deliciously - Beer-Braised Roast with Root Vegetables

1 . Stage

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown roast on all sides. Place vegetables in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Place roast over vegetables. In a small bowl, combine beer, 2 tablespoons parsley, Worcestershire sauce, spreadable fruit, salt and pepper; pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.

2 . Stage

Using a slotted spoon, remove roast and vegetables to a serving platter; keep warm. Pour cooking juices into a small saucepan; skim fat and bring to a boil. Mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with roast and vegetables; sprinkle with remaining parsley.