Chuck Roast

  • a bowl of witches cauldron beef stew and spoonful with a piece of beef and the mushrooms.

    Witch’s Cauldron Spicy Beef Stew

    April Lee Wiencek

    A bubbling Halloween beef and potato stew with mushrooms, tangy cocktail onions, and just enough heat to warm you up I love Halloween food, but I’m much more interested in a cozy pot bubbling on the stove than anything made to look bloody or gory. To me, a witch’s cauldron can be a big pot of dinner that makes the whole house smell wonderful. This stew starts with chuck roast, potatoes, onions, garlic, and mushrooms. A jar of cocktail onions with peri-peri peppers goes in too, vinegar and all. It gives the broth a tangy little kick that makes this…

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  • Steakhouse Beef Stroganoff

    April Lee Wiencek

    Classic Comfort Food With Steakhouse Vibes There’s something about a big pan of my Steakhouse Beef Stroganoff featuring tender beef, buttery mushrooms, and onions in a rich savory gravy that just feels like olden times. All of this comes together with egg noodles for a meal that’s simple and comforting.…

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  • Classic Pot Roast

    April Lee Wiencek

    A Speckled Roaster Sensation Classic Pot Roast made with chuck roast, carrots, onions, canned potatoes, and a savory au jus is a hearty meal perfect for the colder weather. This recipe just needs to roast up low and slow in your oven or slow cooker. I love the speckled roaster…

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  • Beefy Dumpling Soup

    April Lee Wiencek

    The Ultimate In Comfort Soups Beefy Dumpling Soup is a winter classic. Savory beef, slow cooked in a tomato broth with beans and veggies makes for a hearty and delicious feast. I have a proven record of making delicious dumpling recipes and this dish is one of the most comforting.…

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  • Sweet and Tangy Shredded Beef

    April Lee Wiencek

    Slow Cooked Goodness This sweet and tangy shredded beef is a delicious slow cooked recipe that makes tender and juicy beef that you can use for tacos, nachos, or sandwiches. The beef also freezes well. This slow roasts for three hours and makes a wonderful and flavorful meal. The full,…

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  • Chuck Tender Beef Roast with Gravy

    April Lee Wiencek

    A Hearty, Savory Classic What the heck is a Chuck Tender Roast? I asked myself this exact same question when I saw the lump of beef sitting in the meat section of my small town grocery store. It looked rumpy plumpy and it was a managers special, so I bought…

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