As Rick has indicated, I found this to be a very simple recipe. I substituted cream of mushroom soup for the condensed tomato soup, only because I was in the mood for a slightly less "tomatoey" taste at the time. It was delicious! The family loved it. Show
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3 potatoes, quartered 35 baby carrots 3 green onions, chopped 3 celery stalks, chopped ½ t. garlic powder ½ t. salt ½ t. pepper enough water to cover vegetables DirectionsPlace roast in bottom of crockpot. Put vegetables on top of roast. Add seasonings & water. Cover & cook on High for 4-5 hrs or on Low for 10-12 hrs. Remove roast from crockpot and slice it. Serves approximately 8. Number of Servings: 8 Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PSYCH_JOLYN. Using a slow cooker is one of the best ways to get the most tender and flavorful venison roast. Using similar spices for a traditional roast, they come together to make a juicy roast your family will crave more of. Not to mention, it is super easy! The Secret to Cooking Venison Roast CutsIt is also true for venison roast that the longer you cook it, the more tender the meat will get. However, that’s only part of it. It’s good to also take into consideration the type of cut. Roasts from the neck or shoulder will typically have a lot of connective tissue, which can become rubbery if not cooked correctly. Although the longer the meat cooks, the softer it gets, you want to bring out the flavors that can often be overcooked if cooked too long. This is why we use acidic-like ingredients that complement and take out the bitter taste that can develop during long cooking times. Last but not least, searing. Searing the meat on all sides before adding it to the slow cooker adds texture and flavor. Be sure to use a fatty oil with a high smoke point. So, what’s the secret? Perfectly blended ingredients, searing, the perfect cooking time, and the perfect temperature (low)! Ingredients
Step-by-Step DirectionsStep One – Using ghee (or another cooking oil of your preference), sear the deer roast on all sides until brown. Step Two – Add the sliced onion to the bottom of the slow cooker (or crockpot) and place the seared venison roast on top. Step Three – Pour the liquid ingredients on top of the roast (beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine vinegar). Also, add about half of the seasonings. Step Four – Place potatoes and cut carrots on top, followed by the remainder of the dried seasoning and garlic. Step Five – Cook on low for 9-10 hours or until the venison roast and vegetables are tender. Step Six – Pour sauce into a saucepan and add cornstarch to create a gravy. Step Seven – In the meantime, remove meat and shred it from the bone. Step Eight – Slice vegetables into the desired shape and add everything back into the slow cooker. Serve and enjoy! How to serve
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Recipe FAQsHow do you store leftovers? If you just so happened to have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container. It will keep up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Or in the freezer for 3-4 months. Can you use a different type of broth or stock? Yes. Some people use an onion soup mix base, venison stock, or bouillon cubes with water. Do the vegetables have to be placed on top? For the best results, yes. Putting them on top will prevent them from being overcooked and mushy. Want to make more magic in your crockpot? Stay up to date and subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Tik Tok, and YouTube. Slow Cooker Venison Roast5 from 3 votes Tender venison roast cooked with root vegetables and a homemade gravy made with the drippings. Print Pin RateCourse: Main Course Cuisine: American Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 9 hours Total Time: 9 hours 25 minutes Servings: 8 Calories: 431kcal Author: Sarah Olson Equipment Needed:
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Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Recipe Notes:How to store:If you just so happened to have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container. It will keep up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Or in the freezer for 3-4 months.Can I use a different kind of liquid:Yes. Some people use an onion soup mix base, venison stock, or bouillon cubes with water.Do the vegetables have to be put on top?For the best results, yes. Putting them on top will prevent them from being overcooked and mushy. Nutrition Information:Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 198mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 1559mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5179IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 10mg Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations. How long does it take to cook deer in the crock pot?The best way that I've found to make sure a venison roast (bone-in or out) tender is to cook it in the crockpot or slow cooker on low for 8-9 hours, or until it is falling apart. If you cook it on low you won't dry it out.
Do veggies go on top or bottom of roast in crock pot?Layer wisely: For even cooking, cut food into uniform-size pieces. Place firm, slow-cooking root vegetables like potatoes and carrots at the bottom of the crock and pile the meat on top.
How do you layer meat and vegetables in a slow cooker?The trick to a perfectly-cooked Crock Pot is to layer the ingredients in the right order: Dense, tough veggies on the bottom, delicate ones on top – and meat or lentils on top of everything.
When should I add my vegetables to my pot roast?Add the Vegetables
You should be able to cut the cooked pot roast on your plate with a fork. To ensure that both the meat and the vegetables will be cooked perfectly, it's usually best to cook the meat until it is almost done before adding most vegetables.
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