Sunday Pot Roast with Carrots and Potatoes

Step 1

Press SAUTÉ, set it for MEDIUM, NORMAL, OR CUSTOM 300°F for set the time for 10 minutes.

Step 2

As the pot heats, warm the oil in the insert set in a 5-, 6-, or 8-quart Instant Pot. Season the beef with the salt and pepper. Add the chunks and brown well, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes.

Step 3

Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute, just until aromatic. Pour in the broth and scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the insert (turning the pieces of beef this way and that). Stir in the parsley, oregano, sage, and allspice. Turn off the SAUTÉ function and lock the lid onto the cooker.

Step 4

MAX Model: Set for PRESSURE COOK on MAX. Set the time for 40 minutes with the KEEP WARM setting off. Other Instant Pot Models: Set for PRESSURE COOK on HIGH pressure. Set the time for 45 minutes with the KEEP WARM setting off.

Step 5

When the pot has finished cooking, turn it off and let the pressure return to normal naturally, about 30 minutes. Unlatch the lid and open the cooker. Transfer the chunks of beef to a nearby cutting board. Add the potatoes, carrots, celery, and tomatoes to the sauce. Stir well and lock the lid back onto the pot.

Step 6

Set for PRESSURE COOK on HIGH pressure. Set the time for 18 minutes with the KEEP WARM setting off.

Step 7

When the pot has finished cooking a second time, use the quick-release method to bring the pressure back to normal. Unlatch the lid and open the cooker. Return the chunks of beef to the pot.

Step 8

Press SAUTÉ, set it for MEDIUM, NORMAL, OR CUSTOM 300°F for set the time for 9 minutes.

Step 9

As the sauce comes to a simmer, whisk the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Whisk this slurry into the simmering sauce and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 1 minute. Turn off the SAUTÉ function and use hot pads or silicone baking mitts to transfer the (hot!) insert to a nearby wire rack to stop the cooking. Serve in bowls with lots of sauce and vegetables around the meat.