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Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

This Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole is an easy hamburger casserole recipe made with ground beef, cheese, pickles, and onions and topped with delicious Big Mac sauce and sesame seeds! 

Does anyone else sing “two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun” when they hear Big Mac, or is that just me?

You don’t even have to go through the drive-thru to McDonalds to get your favorite Big Mac flavors. All the classic flavors you love are baked into an easy, quick, and family-friendly meal. I don’t know about you but I can put Big Mac sauce on anything and eat it. That tangy, creamy, just plain delicious, the sauce is the star in this recipe!

Crock Pot Hamburger Casseroles

Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole is a quick ground beef recipe the whole family will gobble up. I love a good hamburger casserole like Crock Beefy Potato Casserole or Tater Tot Taco Casserole. Casseroles are always my go-to because my kids love ground beef as much as the adults do and they are easy to throw into the crock pot and dinner is done. Big Mac Casserole is another one of those family-friendly meals that everyone will request!

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Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole Special Sauce

This special sauce can be made in a few minutes with a few ingredients. Just make sure to make enough because everyone will want more to drizzle on their Big Mac Hamburger Casserole. Sometimes I double the recipe so there is more for leftovers too!

Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

How to Make Special Sauce?

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise 
  • 2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 Tablespoon grated white onion
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Tips to Make the Special Sauce

  • I like to make this sauce at least an hour before serving. This way all the flavors combine. You can even make it a day before making this even quicker to serve at dinnertime!
  • Make sure to refrigerate the sauce after you make it unless you are serving right away.

Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole – Gluten Free and Low Carb Casserole

All of my recipes are Gluten Free because my husband had celiac disease. That means you are allergic to gluten. However, this recipe is naturally gluten free so you don’t need to make any swaps.

Keto Version

If you are following a Keto diet this recipe can work for you! Just swap a few of the ingredients.

  • Swap the ketchup for sugar free ketchup.
  • Use dill pickle relish instead of sweet pickle relish.
  • Replace the sugar with Erythritol Sweetener.
Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

How to Store Big Mac Casserole

Leftover Big Mac casserole can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Be sure to store it in an airtight container so that it doesn’t dry out. I like to freeze the casserole for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge and then reheat it in a 350-degree oven until warm.

Variation Options for Big Mac Casserole Recipe 

There are endless possibilities when it comes to variations of this casserole.

  • Extra cheese:  Add some extra shredded cheese on top of the casserole before baking it. This is one of my favorite options! 
  • Pizza style: Add some pizza sauce to the mix for a fun twist.
  • BBQ style: Swap out the special sauce for your favorite BBQ sauce.
  • Southwest style: Add some diced green chiles, corn, and black beans to the mix.

Get creative and make it your own!

FAQs for Making Big Mac Casserole

Do I have to use ground beef?

You can use any type of ground meat that you’d like. Turkey, chicken, and pork would all work well in this recipe.

Want More Beef Recipes?

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Slow Cooker Lasagna

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Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

Crock Pot Big Mac Casserole

Author: Allison Treadwell
This Crockpot Big Mac Casserole is an easy gluten free hamburger casserole. It includes all your favorites- ground beef, cheese, pickles, onions and topped with delicious Big Mac sauce and sesame seeds!
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4.05 from 48 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 629
Total Time : 4 hrs 15 mins
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Equipment

  • 6-Quart or larger Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • Shredded lettuce optional for topping
  • Pickle Slices optional for topping

Big Mac Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons French dressing or ketchup
  • 4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon grated white onion
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Brown ground beef with garlic powder and onions.
  • Add ground beef mixture to bottom of slow cooker.
  • Stir in Worcestershire Sauce, 1 cup shredded cheese, cream cheese and heavy cream.
  • Stir until all of the ingredients are fully combined.
  • Cook for 2 hours on high or 4 hours on low.
  • Top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese. Add shredded lettuce and pickles if desired.

Video

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Notes

Calories are calculated with two teaspoons of special sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 172mg | Sodium: 532mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 730IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 3mg

Filed Under: Beef, Dinner, Gluten Free, Keto, Recipes Tagged With: beef, Beef Casserole, Gluten Free

Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole

Get ready for one of your favorite meals of all time! Crock pot beefy potato taco casserole is filled with a cheesy Mexican sauce, diced potatoes with bell peppers, onions and ground beef! This simple, gluten free recipe will become a quick dinner the whole family can dig into and enjoy.

Taco Potato Casserole

Crock pot casseroles or one-pot dinners, like this one, are a great go-to for a dinner. Casseroles are my jam because I like to have everything ready to go since I have no energy to cook at the end of the day.

You can prepare this Mexican ground beef and potatoes dish in less than 10 minutes and it is so easy to make. Plus, it is made in one pot so you will be able to dig into dinner right away and will only have one dish to clean up! That is always a plus in my book.

CROCK POT BEEFY POTATO TACO CASSEROLE

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Crockpot Taco Casserole

Potatoes are one of my favorite go-to comfort foods and make a perfect addition to any casserole. Crockpot Taco Casserole is one of my most popular recipes for a reason. It has all the ingredients everyone loves in a casserole. I love adding potatoes to any casserole like my Kielbasa Casserole.

Since I’m from Arizona I am a big fan of Mexican food. I can eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. So anytime I can incorporate more Mexican dishes into my life I will! This recipe combines all of my favorites into one with potatoes, cheese, ground beef, and Mexican spices.

The potatoes add a great balance to all the cheese and meat and the flavors come together to make a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will enjoy.

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole in dish

Taco Casserole Recipes

Using a Mexican spice packet adds a delicious flavor to any taco casserole recipe or meal with almost no work. I use this McCormick Mild Mexican Spice Packet because I know it’s gluten-free.

If you want to make it spicier you can use the spicy version or make your own spice mix. Here’s a link to my make your own spices including a Mexican spice version. A quick pour of the spices over everything and this meal goes from bland to fiesta for your mouth!

Frozen Hash Browns or Diced Potatoes?

So I know what you are thinking… Should I use hash browns or diced potatoes for this beef potato casserole? While both are a good choice, I’ll tell you why I opted for diced hash browns.

When I was shopping for hash browns I spotted diced hash browns in the freezer section that already had onions and peppers in them. Because I’m always a fan of simplifying, I grabbed a bag.

Something that makes my life easier? Don’t mind if I do. If I can save time and don’t have to chop anything I’m always going to opt for that shortcut. If you’re not able to find diced hash browns or potatoes with onions and peppers already in the bag, you can easily add regular hash browns to this recipe.

They will work the same but you’ll want to add some diced onions and peppers to them to give it the extra flavor. You can even add diced potatoes that aren’t frozen. Just make sure to dice them into small bites and cook beforehand just long enough that they are soft.

CROCK POT BEEFY POTATO TACO CASSEROLE in Slow Cooker

Tips for Making Crock Pot Beef Potato Casserole

  • Make sure to use frozen potatoes. Do not thaw them first or they will be mushy by the time they are finished cooking. Again, if you use regular potatoes cook them until they are soft.
  • Shred your own cheese. If you buy pre-shredded cheese it has an anti-caking agent on it that makes it hard to melt. It’s important that the cheese melts in this so shred your own.
  • Add traditional Mexican toppings to this dish like lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, and jalapenos.
  • This is a great dish for a taco bar! You can just make a big pot of it and keep it in the Crock-Pot on warm. Layer out all the toppings mentions above and everyone can serve themselves!
  • This dish makes a lot so be prepared for leftovers. The best part is it is just as delicious reheated.
  • If you don’t like Velveeta cheese you can swap it out for more shredded cheese.
Crock Pot Mexican Hash Brown Casserole

Food Allergies- Gluten Free

All of my recipes are gluten free! And this Mexican potato recipe is no different. I make everything without gluten in our house because my husband has Celiac disease, which is an allergy to gluten.

Here are a few things you’ll want to pay attention to if you’re dealing with food allergies in your family.

Taco Spice Packets

Taco spice packets commonly have gluten added to them. Always make sure and check the label before you buy any spice packets, gravy packets, or really anything that comes in a packet.

McCormick Spices makes this gluten-free Taco Mix so you know it is safe! But Old El Paso also has one that is gluten-free and you can always make your own spices too.

Cream of Cheddar Soup

Don’t swap the Velveeta in this recipe for Cream of Cheddar Soup. This also has gluten in it as do most “cream of” anything soups. I’m not sure why but they love to add gluten to canned soups, but they do.

You can use condensed Cheddar Cheese soup but make sure it’s gluten-free. There is a brand called “Gluten Free Pantry” that makes a gluten-free cheddar cheese soup, or if you want to save the calories I just leave out the Velveeta and add more shredded cheese than normal.

Easy Crock Pot Camping Recipe

We’re big campers in our family and this recipe is a great option to throw together for a hearty meal after a long day playing. When we go camping I always bring my Crock-Pot along.

Most of the camping we do is in KOA’s so we usually have electricity to power the Crock-Pot. Of course, we always like to make some of our food over the campfire like s’mores or hot dogs.

But I like to have a real meal I can make, especially for the adults that are usually starving from a full day of fishing, hiking, and playing.

And since the only thing I have to prep for this meal is the ground beef, which I cook before and throw it in a Ziploc bag, it’s easy to throw everything in the slow cooker and head out to swim.

Camping is always easier when I have a plan for meals and I like to use this free Camping Planner to put together our menu plan and its packing checklist to make sure everything is organized for our getaway.I also like bring Crock-Pot liners for easy clean-up while cooking at the campsite. No one wants to have to soak and scrub a Crock-Pot while their camping.

How to Make Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole

Step 1. Brown ground beef and garlic and add to slow cooker.

Step 2. Pour potatoes, Velveeta, 1 cup shredded cheese.

Ingredients for Crock Pot Taco Casserole

Step 3. Stir all ingredients together and top with remaining shredded cheese.

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole in Crock Pot

Step 4. Cook on high for 2- 2 1/2 hours or low for 4 hours. (If you are able to stir one time halfway through cooking.

CROCK POT BEEFY POTATO TACO CASSEROLE

Step 5. Once finished cooking, stir to thoroughly incorporate cheese throughout. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Mexican potato taco casserole is a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd. It’s easy to make in the slow cooker and you can customize it with your favorite toppings, making this recipe perfect for camping trips or family gatherings alike. So why wait? Grab all your ingredients and get cooking!

CROCK POT BEEFY POTATO TACO CASSEROLE

Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole

Author: Allison Treadwell
Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole is filled with a cheesy Mexican sauce, diced potatoes with bell peppers, onions and ground beef! This simple, gluten free recipe will become a quick dinner the whole family can dig in and enjoy.
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4.35 from 163 votes
Course : Main Course
Cuisine : Mexican
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 437
Total Time : 4 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker 4 Qt or larger

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz Diced Potatoes or 32 oz Hash browns
  • 16 oz Velveeta cut into small cubes
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 Taco Seasoning Mix Packet
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Brown ground beef and garlic and add to slow cooker.
  • Pour potatoes, Velveeta, 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Stir all ingredients together and top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Cook on high for 2- 2 1/2 hours or low for 4 hours. (If you are able to, stir one time halfway through cooking.)
  • Once finished cooking, stir to thoroughly incorporate cheese throughout. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Video

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Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1145mg | Potassium: 656mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 758IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 488mg | Iron: 2mg

Filed Under: Beef, Gluten Free, Mexican, Recipes Tagged With: beef, Casserole, Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole, mexican

Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

This easy tender slow cooker pot roast will melt in your mouth! Pot Roast is one of the best things to make in your slow cooker since it is made to be cooked low and slow. This classic comfort food is a one pot wonder that has tender meat, potatoes and veggies for a great family meal. Make this gluten free slow cooker pot roast tonight for a delectable dinner!

If you have ever made my Mississippi Pot Roast you know how delicious and easy pot roast is in the crock pot. This recipe is a more classic version using simple and wholesome ingredients. All you need to do is a few minutes of prep in the morning and you will have a homemade and hearty meal on the table for dinnertime.

Disclaimer- Some links below are Amazon affiliate links, meaning at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

What is Pot Roast?

Pot Roast is a tough cut of meat that is cooked low and slowly breaking down all the tough parts into fall apart meat. Tough meat usually have a lot of connective tissue which break down as it cooks releasing gelatin which adds flavor to everything it is cooking in.

Po Roast is usually any cut of beef roast, such as chuck roast, chuck shoulder, round roast, rump roast or a brisket. I don’t know why I always have the hardest time finding roast meat in my grocery store and I think it’s because there are so many names for a roast. Hopefully I covered them all!

The crucial step not matter what type of meat you use is to sear it or brown it, see below for instructions.

Add the veggies, I brown mine in the same pan but you can skip that step if you are short on time. Once you do that you cover it in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to braise the meat your slow cooker. Hours later you will have dinner ready. It’s really that simple.

Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

How to Brown Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

One of the most important parts of tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast is browning the meat before it goes in the Crock Pot. This crucial step adds so much flavor. You need to generously salt and pepper the meat. It will seem like a lot of salt but it will be adding the salt to the entire dish so keep that in mind.

The most important thing is to let the meat brown. This means adding it to hot pan and not flipping it. Let it brown for 4-5 minutes on each side. When I started browning meat I would always flip it every 30 seconds which defeated the purpose and took even longer. Give the meat a nice char by leaving it alone for the 4-5 minutes.

What Vegetables to Use for Slow Cooker Pot Roast?

Root Vegetables work best for Pot Roast since they stand up best to cooking for hours.

Classic Mix

Potatoes- Peeled Yukon Gold or Russets cut into halves or quarters or Red Potatoes. I used both because I had both leftover! I always love red potatoes because I don’t have to peel them.

Carrots- Peeled and Cut into thick chunks so they stay together while cooking. Any color work but I usually just go with orange.

Onions- White or Sweet are best to compliment the flavors of pot roast.

More Ideas-

You can use Sweet Potatoes, Turnips, or Parsnips! As long as the vegatable is hearty and thick it will be taste great after cooking in this delicious sauce all day.

Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

How to Make Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast-

Step 1. Add oil to pan and heat. Salt and Pepper meat and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side. Add to slow cooker.

(Optional Step) Step 2. Add onions to pan and add 2 Tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar to deglaze pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Pour juices and onions on top of meat.

Step 3. Add Potatoes and carrot chunks on top of and around the meat.

Step 4. Add Beef Broth and Worcestershire Sauce over meat to almost cover meat and vegetables.

Step 5. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or low 5-6 hours.

Step 6. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

How to Make Gravy-

Make a flavorful gravy to go with this your pot roast just follow these easy steps.

  • Separate fat from liquid. I use this handy measuring cup that is made for this. Or you can just use a large spoon to remove it off the top.
  • Make a cornstarch slurry using 1 tablespoon of cold water and 1 Tablespoon cornstarch and mix together.
  • Pour liquid from pot roast into sauce pan and heat until boiling. Add cornstarch slurry and turn to simmer. Allow to combine for 2-3 minutes or until gravy thickens.

Looking for more Hearty Crockpot recipes?

Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Garlic Butter Chicken

Need a Slow Cooker? My favorite is this Crock Pot 6 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. You never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Author: Allison Treadwell
This perfect melt-in-your-mouth pot roast is made for the slow cooker!
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4.41 from 10 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 868
Total Time : 8 hrs 30 mins
Prep Time : 30 mins
Cook Time : 8 hrs

Ingredients

  • 3-5 pounds beef roast
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar
  • 2 white or sweet onions quartered
  • 5 carrots peeled and cut into large pieces
  • 1 pound potatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Add oil to pan and heat. Salt and Pepper meat and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side. Add to slow cooker.
  • Add onions to pan and add 2 Tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar to deglaze pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Pour juices and onions on top of meat. (Optional)
  • Place Potatoes and carrot chunks on top of and around the meat.
  • Pour Beef Broth and Worcestershire Sauce over meat to almost cover meat and vegetables.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or low 5-6 hours.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. See above for gravy recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 868kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 71g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 235mg | Sodium: 4368mg | Potassium: 2197mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 12796IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 9mg

Filed Under: Beef, Gluten Free, Recipes Tagged With: beef, Dinner, Gluten Free, Pot Roast

CROCKPOT MISSISSIPPI POT ROAST- Best Ever!

CROCKPOT MISSISSIPPI POT ROAST- Best Ever!

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast is the most delicious and easiest pot roast you will ever make! It’s hard to believe that a recipe with only 5 ingredients could be this good but it is!

I have made quite a few pot roasts in my life and there are always lots of ingredients and tons of steps to get a tender roast so I was skeptical when I heard of the infamous Mississippi Pot Roast with only 5 ingredients that you just pour on top..

However, Mississippi Pot Roast did not disappoint. I think the hardest part of the recipe is writing the name!! The flavor is deep, the meat is tender and everyone who had it loved it.

I can’t take credit for this recipe! The original recipe came from a woman named Robin Chapman, who is from Ripley, Mississippi. She created a chuck roast recipe from her family recipes.

Since then there have been many versions made but I went with the the brown gravy version since my recipes are gluten free. The traditional version uses an Au Jus packet which you can use if you are not gluten-free. I couldn’t find a gluten free Au Jus packet so I used the Brown Gravy packet and it turned out delicious. Also, I have a quick way to make your own Au Jus which we have done as well. (See recipe below under Food Allergies)

Disclaimer- Some links below are Amazon affiliate links, meaning at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

What Kind of Meat is Mississippi Pot Roast?

Mississippi Pot Roast is typically made with a chuck roast. You could also use a shoulder steak. A tougher meat is used for this because it cooks all day breaking down all that tough meat with lots of fat into a tender juicy fall apart roast.

What You Need to Make Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast?

This is the best part of making this roast is how few ingredients you need.

Ingredients

  • 3- to 4-pound roast, your choice of cut
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 package Brown Gravy Packet ( Pioneer Brand Gravy is Gluten Free)
  • 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
  • Pepperoncini peppers, number to your liking, and a little juice

How to Make Make Mississippi Pot Roast?

The first step is optional. I always sear my meat but I have heard from several people that they skip this step. However, if you don’t have time you can skip step one.

How to Make it Less Salty

One of the complaints about the Mississippi is that it is too salty. I LOVE salt so that never a problem for me but if you prefer less salt I recommend making your own Au Jus and Ranch Packet. These two things have the most sodium in them and they are super easy to make on your own.

Here’s the link to making your own ranch. Homemade Ranch Packet.

How to Make Au Jus- Take juices from searing the meat. Add 1 cup low sodium beef broth to the pan. Cook it down onto medium high until reduced by 50%. Add to crockpot with all other ingredients.

Step 1 -Generously salt and pepper roast. Heat Canola Oil in Pan. Using medium-high heat wait until the oil just starts smoking and add meat to the pan.

Step 2- Sear each side of the meat for 5 minutes.

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

Step 3- Add Roast to Crockpot

Step 4. Sprinkle Ranch packet and Gravy Packet over meat.

Step 5. Place a stick of butter on top of everything

Step 6. Add 3-4 Pepperoncinis on and around meat. (Add more or less depending on how much heat you like)

Step 4- Cook on low for 8 hours.

Step 5- Shred with two forks and serve.

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

What to Serve with Mississippi Pot Roast?

Here are a few of the things I love to serve with this:

  • Mashed potatoes
  • Corn
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Asparagus

Is Mississippi Pot Roast Keto?

Yes! Mississippi Pot Roast is Keto. This recipe is very low in carbs, so it will fit right in with your diet. Make sure and keep it low carb with sides like mashed cauliflower, Brussel sprouts or asparagus. No mashed potatoes allowed!

Food Allergies

Gluten Free – I make everything gluten free in our house because my husband has celiac disease, which is when you are allergic to gluten. Most of the Au Jus or Gravy Packets that are typically used in this recipe are made with wheat flour. I use and recommend the Pioneer Gluten Free Gravy Mix. If you can’t find a gluten free packet you can easily make your own Au Jus.

How to Make Au Jus- Take juices from searing the meat. Add 1 cup beef broth to the pan. Cook it down onto medium high until reduced by 50%. Add to crockpot with all other ingredients.

If you are not gluten free feel free to use any Au Jus Packet.

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Looking for more Crockpot recipes?

Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Garlic Butter Chicken

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

Mississippi Pot Roast

Author: Allison Treadwell
Mississippi Pot Roast is the most delicious and easiest pot roast you will ever make! It’s hard to believe that a recipe with only 5 ingredients could be this good but it is!
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4.31 from 13 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 561
Total Time : 8 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 8 hrs

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound chuck roast or your choice of cut
  • Canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix Pioneer is gluten free
  • 3-4 pepperoncini
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Heat canola oil in pan.
  • Salt and pepper entire roast.
  • Sear each side of the meat for 5 minutes.
  • Add roast to Crockpot.
  • Sprinkle ranch packet and gravy packet over meat.
  • Place a stick of butter on top of everything.
  • Add 3-4 pepperoncini on and around meat. (Add more or less depending on how much heat you like)
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5.
  • Shred with two forks.

Nutrition

Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 197mg | Sodium: 1700mg | Potassium: 784mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 5mg

Filed Under: Beef, Dinner, Gluten Free, Keto, Recipes Tagged With: beef, Crock pot, Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast, Gluten Free, keto, Mississippi Pot Roast, Pot Roast, slow cooker

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

The easiest and best way to make Corned Beef and Cabbage is in your slow cooker. Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage is one of my favorite meals! I always eat it all year long but in most houses it only makes an appearance for St. Patrick’s Day.

This meal was made for a slow cooker and it shines every time. If you are looking to celebrate the luck of the Irish or just looking for a hearty and easy family dinner this recipe is the perfect fit. Potatoes, carrots and cabbage pair perfect with this seasoned beef.

If this is your first time making corned beef it can be a little confusing so I tried to answer the most common questions I get when it starts getting close to St. Patrick’s Day!

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

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What is Corned Beef?

Corned Beef is a description of a cooking technique made by salt-curing beef. It is usually made from brisket. Since brisket is usually a tough meat the salt-curing or brining makes it tender. Then once you get it at the grocery store it comes packaged with a little spice packet that is typically used to flavor the meat while cooking. I always use the spice packet included and find it a perfect mix.

Why Make Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage?

The best part is that corned beef is best cooked low and slow which is when the slow cooker comes in. It can easily become more tender and juicy when it is cooking in a slow cooker. This is also a one-pot wonder. You can start it in the morning and let it cook all day until dinner. All you have to do is put the vegetables in halfway through. Once everything is all done cooking you just serve it and you’re done. That’s my kind of dinner!

Point Cut or Flat Cut for Corned Beef?

There are two cuts of Corned Beef. Point Cut corned beef are rounder and have more marbling or fat. Just like with steak this gives the meat more flavor. Most people choose the Point Cut for Corned Beef. However, the Flat Cut corned beef, also called the round cut is leaner and easy to cut. I accidentally used the Flat Cut once and it was still good but it was not as juicy. I recommend the Point Cut especially if you are only making this once a year. However, if you are trying to eat healthy you can still make a a very delicious Corned Beef and Cabbage with the Flat Cut.

What You Need to Make Corned Beef and Cabbage

  • Corned Beef with Spice Packet
  • Apple Cider Vinegar (This helps tenderize the meat)
  • Sugar (This adds depth and flavor while tenderizing the meat)
  • Onion
  • Carrots
  • Potatoes
  • Cabbage

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Let the Crock pot do the work for you! It’s so easy and you are sure to enjoy every last bite of this classic dish!

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

Author: Allison Treadwell
Make this all in one meal complete with meat, potatoes and veggies for St. Patrick’s Day or any night!
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4.33 from 31 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Irish
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 529
Total Time : 4 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 4 cups hot water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 large onion cut into quarters
  • 3 pounds corned beef with spices
  • 8 small white potatoes cut into quarters
  • 1 head cabbage cored and cut into 10 wedges
  • 4-5 carrots cut into 1 inch pieces
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Combine water, vinegar, sugar, pepper and onions in slow cooker.
  • Place corned beef and contents of spice packet in the mixture.
  • Put the potatoes and carrots over the top and along the sides.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  • Remove cover and scatter cabbage wedges on top.
  • Cover and continue cooking for 4-6 hours, or until beef is tender.
  • Remove corned beef. Let sit for 15 minutes. Cut beef into slices against the grain and serve with vegetables and spoon liquid over beef from slow cooker to keep beef moist.

Notes

I had a few comments that the high setting was too much for their slow cooker. I have adjusted to low to make sure it doesn’t get dried out. All slow cookers vary so make sure to check yours periodically.

Nutrition

Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 2129mg | Potassium: 1543mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5211IU | Vitamin C: 124mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 5mg

Leftover Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage?

Make breakfast the next morning with an easy egg and corned beef casserole!

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Filed Under: Beef, Dinner, Gluten Free, Holidays, Recipes Tagged With: beef, corned beef, corned beef and cabbage, Dinner, easy dinner, St.Patricks Day

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