A perfectly cooked roast, infused with smoky, savory flavors, wrapped in crispy bacon. This dish is both comforting and gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale:
3-4 pounds beef roast (chuck or round)
8-10 slices bacon
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Optional, for garnish: fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the beef roast. Trim any excess fat but leave enough for flavor. Pat the roast dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the entire surface of the roast.
Wrap the seasoned roast with bacon slices, securing them with toothpicks if necessary. This will help keep the bacon in place during cooking.
In your slow cooker, pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then place the bacon-wrapped roast inside. Make sure it's sitting in the broth to help it stay moist.
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, carefully remove the roast from the slow cooker. Let it rest for about 15-20 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute for a more flavorful result.
Slice the roast and serve with the rich gravy made from the cooking juices. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
