Grape Jelly Roast

Grape Jelly might not be the first ingredient that comes to mind when cooking a roast, but we think it will quickly become one of your favourite secret ingredients. The sweetness in the jelly perfectly balances the tangy chili sauce, creating a rich, flavourful glaze that thickens juices, while tenderizing the roast. The result is a fork-tender meat coated in delicious sauce.

Since grape jelly isn’t typically a staple in our pantry, I appreciate that meal planning allows me to plan for ingredients like this ahead of time. When I’m assembling my freezer meals, I know I have everything I need to dump into the freezer bag along with the roast – no last minute trip to the grocery store for that one missing ingredient!

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Grape Jelly Roast

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. beef chuck roast
• 1/4 onion minced
• 1 cup grape jelly
• 1 cup chili sauce
• 1/4 tsp. allspice

Assembly Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in large freezer bag.
2. Mix gently to combine.
3. Remove excess air, seal and freeze.

Cooking Instructions:

1. Thaw.
2. Slow cooker: on low for 6-8 hours. Instant Pot: Manual pressure on high for 50 minutes, natural release.
3. Shred. Serve over rice or potatoes.

What kind of beef roast should I use for Grape Jelly Roast?

A round roast, chuck roast, or brisket are all very good cuts of meat for this recipe. If the roast has a layer of fat on one side, place that side up in the crock pot to keep it from drying out while cooking.

What should I serve with Grape Jelly Roast?

You can serve this with rice, or our make-ahead Garlic Mashed Potato recipe, or hot, buttered egg noodles.

For a vegetable side, serve with roasted broccoli or garlicky steamed green beans.

How to Store Grape Jelly Roast:

Allow the meat to cool completely (but no more than 2 hours) before placing in an air-tight container. You can store the meat in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or place cooled meat in a freezer bag, remove air, and freeze for up to 3 months.

For more recipes like this, check out Make Ahead Hot Roast Beef or Ham Sandwiches, Mississippi Pot Roast, or Beef Barbacoa.