A pot roast is a hearty dish made from beef, typically starting with a tougher cut of meat. The magic happens when it’s cooked at a low temperature for an extended period, breaking down the connective tissues and resulting in tender, flavorful beef. The process involves searing the meat, surrounding it with aromatic veggies, herbs, and spices, and then baking or oven-roasting it until it’s melt-in-your-mouth tender. Unlike some recipes that rely on salty packets of onion soup or canned soups, this classic pot roast recipe lets the natural flavors shine.