This post is sponsored by The Beef Checkoff in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.
I don’t know if it’s because fall is in the air, or what, but I am craving some serious comfort food, this past month. Which, if you’re in Florida, is kind of silly since our temps are in the 70s-80s, but for us, that is Fall. So we take what we can get.
I’m always, always, always, trying to watch what I eat (story of my life, you guys), and it’s just the beginning of the season, so no need to blow it this early in the game.
As a kid, one of my favorite comforting dinners my mom made was a pot of beef tips, simmered in gravy all day long on the stove, with mushrooms; served over rice, and a side salad. In fact, she still makes this dish several times a month, and every now and then I am lucky enough to dine at the parentals during the busy work week and enjoy with the fam.
We don’t really discriminate against any proteins for dinner at Casa de Crews, or at mom and dad’s, where I learned to help get dinner on the table (the struggles of being the oldest. I digress), growing up. Beef is a staple in our meals 1-2/week.
But mom doesn’t work full-time anymore, so she can start this meal a few hours in advance, and have dinner ready when everyone gets home. I do not have such a luxury.
I also in no way want to recreate my momma’s tasty dinner, because well, it’s better at her house anyways. That’s the secret to comfort food, isn’t it? The warm fuzzies you remember from a certain dish.
Nope, my go-to comfort food from my own kitchen is a Crockpot Balsamic Roast Beef. Should we ever have kids, I want them to crave this roast, the way I yearn for mom’s Beef Tips and Gravy dinner. This roast cooks allllllll day in my crockpot, and has insane flavor with just six ingredients (eight if you count spices – I do not). It’s healthy, minimally processed, and by using a lean cut of beef; I used a bottom round roast, I have zero guilt over supper. Bonus: the house smells a-may-zing, when we get home from work.
Making beef part of your healthy meal choices is very easy. When it comes to choosing healthy proteins, lean beef is a delicious and healthy choice. It’s also a perfect partner for fruits, vegetables and whole grains, making it even easier to enjoy a balanced diet. I serve this roast with a side of Smoked Gouda Cauliflower Casserole, which is ready in 30 minutes.
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See what other tasty, easy, recipes we’re sharing using beef this week for #WeekdaySupper
Monday – Beef and Quinoa Soup by Feeding Big
Tuesday – Steak Chevillot by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
Wednesday – Crockpot Balsamic Roast Beef by Casa de Crews
Thursday – Bake Flank Steak Fajitas by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
Friday – Easy Beef Marsala Bowls by Family Foodie
Shelby says
I bet your home smelled amazing! This looks delicious.
Meg Taylor says
Oh yum, this looks amazing!! My husband isn’t the biggest balsamic anything fan, but I think I can definitely get him on board with this one!
Diane S. says
Hi Nichole!
This sounds utterly delicious! How much heat does the red pepper give to this roadt and the gravy.? I have a son who dislikes spicy foods. I really want to try this, but I need to know before putting that red pepper in. Thanks!
Renee says
I really like that flavor combo and can see using the leftovers for open faced sandwiches, or wrap. or so much more. Yum!
Jen K says
Why can’t we be neighbors?! I would love to taste test all of your yummy eats!
Nichole says
Haha, I would happily share with you!
Kerry says
That looks so good, I will never turn down beef.
Summer says
This looks really delicious ♥♥
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Nichole says
Thanks, Summer!
Amber says
I know the beef is the star of the show but that side dish! I need it in my life. I’m going to have to actually sit down and make a meal plan this week! This looks like it would be perfect to cook Sunday while I do nothing but sit on the couch 🙂
Biana says
I love that I can have such a luxe meal during the week! xo, Biana-
marie says
This looks amazing!!! Now, I’m hungry.
Jen says
Oh my goodness, this sounds amazing! Yum!