Best Beef Roast With Fruit Recipes

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FRUITED POT ROAST



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This is a wonderful variation of classic pot roast. My family really enjoys it. The fruit is a nice change from the usual vegetables that normally accompany this dish.-Linda South, Pineville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) unsweetened apple juice
1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place fruit and onion in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker; add apple juice. Top with roast; sprinkle with seasonings. , Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. Serve beef with fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

BEEF ROAST WITH FRUIT



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The sweetness of the peaches and pears complements the hearty beef flavor beautifully in this easy one-dish recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 beef arm, blade or rib pot roast, 4 pounds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup dry white wine or Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-ounce carton)
2 medium onions, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 medium yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 can (16 ounces) sliced peaches in juice, drained
1 can (16 ounces) sliced pears in juice, drained
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Trim fat from beef.
  • Cook beef in nonstick Dutch oven over medium heat until brown on all sides; drain. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add wine, onions and tomatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 hours.
  • Add yams, peaches and pears. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes or until yams and meat are tender.
  • Remove beef, fruit and vegetables; keep warm. Skim any fat from liquid in Dutch oven. If necessary, add enough water to liquid to measure 2 cups.
  • Mix cornstarch and cold water; gradually stir into liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Serve with beef, fruit and vegetables. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 240 mg

BEEF CURRY WITH FRUIT



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My sister-in-law sprang this one on me without telling me what was in it. That is probably a good thing because I may not have tried it had I known what was in it. This uses a strange mix of ingredients that I wouldn't have thought would go well together but they do.

Provided by gretchengr

Categories     Curries

Time 9h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can pineapple chunks (in juice)
2/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 -3 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup dried fig, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons currants
1 (16 ounce) can unpeeled apricot halves in light syrup, drained and halved
4 cups hot cooked couscous or 4 cups rice
chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Trim all the fat you can from the meat.
  • Cut roast into 3/4-inch cubes.
  • In a big skillet, heat oil; cook meat and onion until meat is browned, stirring frequently (may have to do this in two batches); drain off fat.
  • In a 4-quart slow cooker, add the undrained pineapple, orange juice, tapioca, brown sugar, curry powder, salt, and pepper; stir to mix it all up.
  • Add the meat and onion.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours.
  • Add in the fruit; cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until heated well.
  • Season more to taste if needed.
  • Serve over couscous.
  • Sprinkle cilantro over the top.

SPICED BEEF ROAST



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"In the South, this tangy roast is traditionally served cold or at room temperature, but we like it piping hot," notes Barb Bredthauer of Omaha, Nebraska. "It's great for special occasions, and the leftovers are fantastic."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 beef sirloin tip roast or 1 beef bottom round roast (2 pounds)
3/4 cup each chopped dried plums and apricots
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • For marinade, combine the onion, vinegar, broth, brown sugar, bay leaf and seasonings in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature., Pierce roast several times with a meat fork; place in a large resealable plastic bag. Add cooled marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Place meat and marinade in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 hours. Stir in dried fruit and raisins. Bake 45-55 minutes longer or until meat and fruit are tender. Discard bay leaf. Remove roast to a platter; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. , For gravy, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour pan juices into a saucepan; gradually stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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