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I MADE A COCA-COLA POT ROAST AND IT’S THE BEST EASY WEEKNIGHT DINNER


Risa LichtmanUpdated: Apr. 06, 2022

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Ratings and prices are accurate and items are in stock as of time of
publication.

Jamie Thrower for Taste of Home


THIS COCA-COLA POT ROAST IS TASTY AND PULL-APART TENDER. YOUR SLOW COOKER WILL
DO ALL THE WORK FOR YOU!

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There are few dishes as comforting as a slow-cooked pot roast. It’s one of those
meals that you start enjoying long before your first bite, since it fills the
house with a delicious aroma as it cooks. My mom would make Coca-Cola pot roast
for holidays, and I remember the smell wafting up to my bedroom. It was a sure
sign that a special meal was to come.

For my mom, making pot roast was an all day labor of love, reserved only for
special occasions. But with this slow cooker recipe, you get the same fall-apart
meat and tender veggies, without spending all day in the kitchen. A slow
cooker is perfect for low and slow cooking, as it keeps the temperature even.
You don’t have to fuss at all. Just a bit of work in the morning, and by dinner,
you’ve got a meal to remember!

These are the best slow cooker brands, according to our Test Kitchen.


WHY COOK WITH COCA-COLA?

For a large and tough cut of meat like chuck roast, your best bet is to braise
the meat. In this recipe, the Coca-Cola helps tenderize the meat and create that
incredible fall-apart texture. And while red wine (another favorite liquid for
braising meats) brings complexity with its tannins, Coca-Cola brings complexity
with its sugars. As they cook and break down, they create a caramelized flavor
in the meat and jus, with a subtle sweetness.

If possible, use the glass bottle of Mexican Coca-Cola, which is made with real
sugar.


HOW TO MAKE A COKE POT ROAST

Jamie Thrower for Taste of Home

This pot roast recipe serves 6-8.


INGREDIENTS

 * 4 pounds chuck roast
 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 1 medium onion
 * 4 carrots
 * 4 ribs celery
 * 1 bulb garlic, sliced in half crosswise
 * 1-1/2 pounds small potatoes
 * 1 package Lipton’s onion soup mix
 * 1 can cream of mushroom soup
 * 2 cups beef broth
 * 1 355ml bottle Mexican Coca-Cola
 * 1 bay leaf
 * Salt and pepper

Editor’s Tip: Mexican Coke tastes different than American Coke because it’s made
with cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup. It’s also packaged in a
glass bottle instead of plastic or metal.




DIRECTIONS

STEP 1: PREP CHUCK ROAST AND VEGGIES

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Season your chuck roast at least 45 minutes (but up to 24 hours) before you’re
ready to cook. Sprinkle a heavy hand of salt on all sides, as well as some
cracked pepper. Let it sit out at room temperature for a 1/2 hour before
searing.

Meanwhile, cut all your vegetables. The onion gets sliced lengthwise, and the
carrots and celery get cut into long chunks. The potatoes can be quartered and
the garlic sliced crosswise.

Mix together the onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth and
Coca-Cola, and set aside.

Pull out your slow cooker and set it up on your counter.

STEP 2: BROWN CHUCK AND VEGGIES

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If your slow cooker has a searing setting, then you can do this in the crock;
otherwise use a pan on the stovetop.

When you’re ready to sear the chuck, bring the pan up to heat and pour in the
oil. Sear the meat on all sides until it’s a deep brown. Do not rush this step!
This is where the flavor builds.

When the chuck is fully browned, remove it from the pot and add the veggies in
its place, along with a pinch of salt. Stir for a few minutes until the onions
begin to look translucent. Pour a splash of the liquid mixture into the veggies
to deglaze the pan and mix well.



STEP 3: COOK IN SLOW COOKER

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Add the chuck roast, deglazed veggies, liquid mixture, bay leaf and a pinch of
salt to the slow cooker. Set to low, cover and cook for 6-8 hours.

Editor’s Tip: You’ll want to avoid these common slow cooker mistakes.

STEP 4: SEPARATE MEAT AND VEGGIES

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When the pot roast is done, remove the chuck roast from the slow cooker. Strain
out the sauce from the veggies, reserving both of them separately.

The liquid, also known as the jus, will have a layer of fat on top. If you’re
eating the roast immediately, remove the fat layer by skimming it off with a
spoon. If you’re not eating until the following day, let the jus cool in the
fridge overnight (with the meat). The fat will solidify, so you can easily
separate it from the liquid.

You can reduce the liquid in a saucepan, or taste and season to serve as is.

STEP 5: SERVE AND ENJOY

Serve pot roast surrounded by vegetables, with jus poured over top and a good
sprinkle of flake salt.


HERE’S WHAT I THOUGHT

Jamie Thrower for Taste of Home

The great thing is, this dish really is foolproof! The Coca-Cola and onion soup
mix provide the flavor bomb, mushroom soup provides thickener, the slow cooker
will control the temperature and the whole point is to make a fall-apart meat,
so you don’t have to be too precious about anything!

The things I found to be most important are:

 * A good sear brings out loads of flavor. You never want to sear a cold piece
   of meat, so make sure to let the chuck come to temp.

 * Don’t skimp on liquids. You can even replace beef broth with water; it will
   still yield a flavorful pot roast.

 * Don’t rush it! This kind of cooking doesn’t require a lot of fuss, but it
   does call for time and patience. Let the pot roast do its thing and it will
   pay off!

 * This dish is delicious served warm out of the slow cooker, but it will be
   even better the next day. It also freezes wonderfully.

Once you make this Coca-Cola pot roast, you’re sure to want more slow-cooked
goodness in your life. Thankfully, there’s a whole world of slow cooker recipes
to unearth! Just toss in the ingredients and before you know it, dinner will be
ready.


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CHERRY COLA CAKE

Cherry cola and marshmallows make a zippy chocolate dessert that is scrumptious
topped with vanilla ice cream. — Cheri Mason, Harmony, North Carolina
Go to Recipe


COLA BURGERS

A friend who's an excellent cook shared this hamburger recipe with me, and it
has since become a family favorite. The unusual combination of cola and French
salad dressing added to the ground beef gives it fabulous flavor. The mixture is
also used as a basting sauce on the moist burgers. -Melva Baumer, Millmont,
Pennsylvania
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


TENDER BARBECUED CHICKEN

After a long day at work, a slow-cooked meal is a great help. One of my family's
favorites is this moist slow-simmered chicken. For an appealing look, choose a
darker brown barbecue sauce. —Jacqueline Blanton, Gaffney, South Carolina
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


COKE CAKE

I get a great response every time I serve this cake, and it seems like I'm
forever sharing the recipe! Folks are always curious about the ingredients, and
when I tell them the cake has cola in it, they are really surprised. The unusual
combination of ingredients makes it moist and delicious. —Anna Baker, Blaine,
Washington
Go to Recipe


SLOW-COOKED HAM

Entertaining doesn't get much easier than serving this tasty five-ingredient ham
from the slow cooker. And the leftovers are delicious in casseroles! —Heather
Spring, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


MEAT 'N' POTATO KABOBS

They're summery, but these kabobs really stick to your ribs. A microwave makes
quick work of cooking the potatoes, so grilling is done in a flash. —Taste of
Home Test Kitchen
Go to Recipe


COKECOLA CAKE

We live in Coca-Cola country, where everyone loves a chocolaty, moist sheet cake
made with the iconic soft drink. Our rich version does the tradition proud.
—Heidi Jobe, Carrollton, Georgia Get Recipe
Taste of Home


DAD’S COLA BURGERS

Before you hand out the drinks, save a little soda to make these delectable
burgers. Cola—used in the meat mixture and brushed on during cooking—really
sparks the flavor and takes this favorite to a whole new level. —Emily Nelson,
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Go to Recipe


COLA CAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES & CREAM

We Southerners have been eating cola cake for decades. This easy version has
strawberries, too. Chill it in the fridge for a dreamy summer dessert. —Peggy
Walpert, Fort Worth, Texas
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


COLA HOT WINGS

These delectable wings are so easy to make, and they offer year-round
versatility, from summer cookouts to autumn tailgates. My husband likes them so
much he'll stand out in the snow to grill them! —Lisa Linville, Randolph,
Nebraska
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


SLOW-COOKED PORK BARBECUE

You need only five ingredients to fix this sweet and tender pork for sandwiches.
Feel free to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit your family's tastes. —Connie
Johnson, Springfield, Missouri
Go to Recipe


COLA BBQ CHICKEN

My dad has been making a basic version of this family favorite for years. I've
recently made it my own by spicing it up a bit with hoisin sauce and red pepper
flakes. Sometimes I let the chicken and sauce simmer in my slow cooker.
—Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois
Go to Recipe


CHERRY COLA CAKE

Cherry cola and marshmallows make a zippy chocolate dessert that is scrumptious
topped with vanilla ice cream. — Cheri Mason, Harmony, North Carolina
Go to Recipe


COLA BURGERS

A friend who's an excellent cook shared this hamburger recipe with me, and it
has since become a family favorite. The unusual combination of cola and French
salad dressing added to the ground beef gives it fabulous flavor. The mixture is
also used as a basting sauce on the moist burgers. -Melva Baumer, Millmont,
Pennsylvania
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


TENDER BARBECUED CHICKEN

After a long day at work, a slow-cooked meal is a great help. One of my family's
favorites is this moist slow-simmered chicken. For an appealing look, choose a
darker brown barbecue sauce. —Jacqueline Blanton, Gaffney, South Carolina
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


COKE CAKE

I get a great response every time I serve this cake, and it seems like I'm
forever sharing the recipe! Folks are always curious about the ingredients, and
when I tell them the cake has cola in it, they are really surprised. The unusual
combination of ingredients makes it moist and delicious. —Anna Baker, Blaine,
Washington
Go to Recipe


SLOW-COOKED HAM

Entertaining doesn't get much easier than serving this tasty five-ingredient ham
from the slow cooker. And the leftovers are delicious in casseroles! —Heather
Spring, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


MEAT 'N' POTATO KABOBS

They're summery, but these kabobs really stick to your ribs. A microwave makes
quick work of cooking the potatoes, so grilling is done in a flash. —Taste of
Home Test Kitchen
Go to Recipe


COKECOLA CAKE

We live in Coca-Cola country, where everyone loves a chocolaty, moist sheet cake
made with the iconic soft drink. Our rich version does the tradition proud.
—Heidi Jobe, Carrollton, Georgia Get Recipe
Taste of Home


DAD’S COLA BURGERS

Before you hand out the drinks, save a little soda to make these delectable
burgers. Cola—used in the meat mixture and brushed on during cooking—really
sparks the flavor and takes this favorite to a whole new level. —Emily Nelson,
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Go to Recipe


COLA CAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES & CREAM

We Southerners have been eating cola cake for decades. This easy version has
strawberries, too. Chill it in the fridge for a dreamy summer dessert. —Peggy
Walpert, Fort Worth, Texas
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


COLA HOT WINGS

These delectable wings are so easy to make, and they offer year-round
versatility, from summer cookouts to autumn tailgates. My husband likes them so
much he'll stand out in the snow to grill them! —Lisa Linville, Randolph,
Nebraska
Go to Recipe
Taste of Home


SLOW-COOKED PORK BARBECUE

You need only five ingredients to fix this sweet and tender pork for sandwiches.
Feel free to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit your family's tastes. —Connie
Johnson, Springfield, Missouri
Go to Recipe


COLA BBQ CHICKEN

My dad has been making a basic version of this family favorite for years. I've
recently made it my own by spicing it up a bit with hoisin sauce and red pepper
flakes. Sometimes I let the chicken and sauce simmer in my slow cooker.
—Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois
Go to Recipe






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Originally Published: April 06, 2022




Risa Lichtman
Risa Lichtman is a chef and writer living in Portland, Oregon. She is the
owner/chef of Lepage Food & Drinks, a small food company featuring Jewish
seasonal foods, providing takeaway all around Portland. She has previously
published poems in Poetica Magazine, the anthology The Art of Bicycling, Maggid:
A Journal of Jewish Literature, and The Dos Passos Review. She lives with her
wife Jamie, their dog Isaac, and their cat Sylvia. Follow her at @risaexpizza,
or find her delicious food offerings on @lepagefoodanddrinks.



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