The JUICIEST Instant Pot Italian Beef Roast - (BEST ROAST EVER!) Dump and Go Recipe

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth reduces calories and is vegan-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still suitable for cooking.

beef chuck roast

🥗Healthier: pork shoulder

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are less expensive and still flavorful.

Start with a 2 to 3 pound roast.

Add a ranch packet on top of the roast.

Add a gravy packet on top of the ranch packet.

Pour in 2 cups of beef broth.

Add 1/4 cup of yellow peppers (optional).

Do not mix the ingredients; just put the lid on the Instant Pot.

Ensure the knob is turned to 'Sealing' not 'Venting'.

Press the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' button.

Set the timer to 65 minutes for a 2 pound roast or 80 minutes for a 3 pound roast.

After setting the timer, wait for a few seconds until it says 'On'.

Walk away and let it cook.

After cooking, let the pressure release on its own for about 30-40 minutes.

Lift the lid once the pressure is fully released.

Optionally, let it sit on 'Warm' for a few hours to enhance flavor.

Cut or shred the roast for serving.

Serve with melted cheese and side dishes of carrots and potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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