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I used a heavy beer but I think using a lighter one next time will make the gravy taste a little less overwhelming.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"I've been making this recipe for 2 years now. HUGE hit with my hubby, and even for my picky nieces and nephew! This time, I added a couple teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and about a teaspoon of worcestershire just for a little more kick. YUM! Also, have done it with flavored beer (like, pumpkin spice, or octoberfest, or something), and it amps-up the flavor that much more.We've omitted the flour gravy, because it was too heavy. Just blend the onions with some of the gravy in a magic bullet or food processor. It makes it quite thick enough.Serve with garlic mashed potatoes the first night, then use rice the next night, so that all the broth is put to good use.YUM YUM YUM YUM YUM!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedWheel"},"reviewBody":"OMG-this was the best thing I have ever made in the crock pot. My whole family loved it, and even my 9 year old daughter asked for more. I told my husband, if I should ever be asked what I want for my last meal, this would be it. Made it with mashed potatoes and green beans. YUM!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePalmtree"},"reviewBody":"Mr. Picky Pants gave this one a gold star!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueScissors"},"reviewBody":"We tried variations of it twice in the same weekend and loved it both times.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleButton"},"reviewBody":"I was wary when I first read what the ingredients were, but I tried it tonight and it went over very well with my husband and in-laws. Would make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleDog"},"reviewBody":"Quick & easy. The whole family enjoyed it. started late, but cooked on High in 1\/2 the time & still came out tender.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Tender meat with an interestingly flavoured gravy. Reminded me of a gravy with red wine in it. Looking forward to making the accompanying recipe for the leftovers \"Roast Beef with Chive Roasted Red Potatoes\". A keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveDice"},"reviewBody":"If I made this again I'd cut the amount of beer in half, it was a little too over powering but the roast turned out nice and moist.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCandy"},"reviewBody":"This is delish! I love the suggestion and recipes for using up the leftover meat. Two nights of dinners that come together quickly- I love it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPalmtree"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was amazing!!!!! I was able to get three meals out of it and I'm feeding 6 people in my house. Everyone enjoyed it and wanted more!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCandy"},"reviewBody":"I subbed ginger ale for the beer. Probably a little sweeter gravy that way but still very good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanLocomotive"},"reviewBody":"Excellent!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFan"},"reviewBody":"I haven't made this yet, but It's at the top of the list. 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Mr. Picky Pants gave this one a gold star!<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"11\/22\/2015 12:57","GUID":"4852d71128594192871512566d06b259","MemberId":6498235,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Lauraanddiva","SubmittedDate":"11\/22\/2015 12:57"},{"Comment":"

I haven't made this yet, but It's at the top of the list. One question when you say to cut the roast in half, do you mean vertically or horizontally? ,<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"11\/16\/2015 21:16","GUID":"52b6c9c0890b4e09ae84caa0576ee6d6","MemberId":6137249,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"irishfancy","SubmittedDate":"11\/16\/2015 21:16"},{"Comment":"

I've been making this recipe for 2 years now. HUGE hit with my hubby, and even for my picky nieces and nephew! This time, I added a couple teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and about a teaspoon of worcestershire just for a little more kick. YUM! Also, have done it with flavored beer (like, pumpkin spice, or octoberfest, or something), and it amps-up the flavor that much more.<\/p>

We've omitted the flour gravy, because it was too heavy. Just blend the onions with some of the gravy in a magic bullet or food processor. It makes it quite thick enough.<\/p>

Serve with garlic mashed potatoes the first night, then use rice the next night, so that all the broth is put to good use.<\/p>

YUM YUM YUM YUM YUM!!!<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/27\/2013 12:33","GUID":"F26583342E6747D4894A39EC13706AF8","MemberId":538263,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"msdishtac","SubmittedDate":"02\/27\/2013 12:33"},{"Comment":"

I have not made this though i think I will try. Having lived in Germany I was surprised the recipe didnt call for any vinegar...But then I realized maybe it's just saurbraten and German Potatoe Salad that include the vinegar<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"10\/29\/2012 11:16","GUID":"1f5f1bf320e347c3b2cfa234adf679b4","MemberId":5963336,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jaclyn1973","SubmittedDate":"10\/29\/2012 11:16"},{"Comment":"

I have not made this though i think I will try. Having lived in Germany I was surprised the recipe didnt call for any vinegar...But then I realized maybe it's just saurbraten and German Potatoe Salad that include the vinegar<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"10\/29\/2012 11:16","GUID":"1f5f1bf320e347c3b2cfa234adf679b4","MemberId":5963336,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jaclyn1973","SubmittedDate":"10\/29\/2012 11:16"},{"Comment":"

This is delish! I love the suggestion and recipes for using up the leftover meat. Two nights of dinners that come together quickly- I love it!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"03\/12\/2012 19:06","GUID":"9eb24fb03cea4a5e9fcb5346f0371b13","MemberId":5277252,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"WhitneyR","SubmittedDate":"03\/12\/2012 19:06"},{"Comment":"

We tried variations of it twice in the same weekend and loved it both times.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"10\/15\/2011 08:37","GUID":"9edd15b88a524201bd005226e4420a23","MemberId":6262179,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jfmorrill","SubmittedDate":"10\/15\/2011 08:37"},{"Comment":"

If I made this again I'd cut the amount of beer in half, it was a little too over powering but the roast turned out nice and moist.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"10\/12\/2011 18:04","GUID":"fd98a9f835a0409db6e7064cab281872","MemberId":6203085,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"MichMajor","SubmittedDate":"10\/12\/2011 18:04"},{"Comment":"

OMG-this was the best thing I have ever made in the crock pot. My whole family loved it, and even my 9 year old daughter asked for more. I told my husband, if I should ever be asked what I want for my last meal, this would be it. Made it with mashed potatoes and green beans. YUM!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"02\/11\/2011 18:47","GUID":"7316a794a4564fbba6d56d9a4acc7c9d","MemberId":5658620,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"petrhino","SubmittedDate":"02\/11\/2011 18:47"},{"Comment":"

I just have a question: \"Why does the roast have to be cut in half?\"<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"01\/31\/2011 10:22","GUID":"3ffa10537cf34ae9bdf684dfe4feae9c","MemberId":2635389,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"JuneRamsey","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2011 10:22"},{"Comment":"

I subbed ginger ale for the beer. Probably a little sweeter gravy that way but still very good.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"01\/06\/2011 13:21","GUID":"8A07404F2BDD4F72BF38BC4FFACAF518","MemberId":867957,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"karynp6","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2011 13:23"},{"Comment":"

Excellent!<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"12\/07\/2010 17:08","GUID":"1D10829897312CAA120D383E501993B2","MemberId":32326,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kichler073","SubmittedDate":"12\/07\/2010 17:08"},{"Comment":"

This recipe was amazing!!!!! I was able to get three meals out of it and I'm feeding 6 people in my house. Everyone enjoyed it and wanted more!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"11\/08\/2010 16:00","GUID":"d2787791d63948268edc89ddc057f5b6","MemberId":4957120,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"3152004703","SubmittedDate":"11\/08\/2010 16:00"},{"Comment":"

Fabulous and simple!! I was amazed that it tasted great just following the recipe. Who knew so few ingredients would turn out a fantastic roast!!<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"11\/08\/2010 08:09","GUID":"5b87c997db634d76824e665f0ba20965","MemberId":5556008,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"butler73","SubmittedDate":"11\/08\/2010 08:09"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"11\/07\/2010 10:12","GUID":"ce1619ee33f8459cb6ee5170a70c13f1","MemberId":2151314,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kawman600","SubmittedDate":"11\/07\/2010 10:12"},{"Comment":"

Tender meat with an interestingly flavoured gravy. Reminded me of a gravy with red wine in it. Looking forward to making the accompanying recipe for the leftovers \"Roast Beef with Chive Roasted Red Potatoes\". A keeper.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"11\/06\/2010 10:20","GUID":"1ea8a0bc3df84c67880b73abd6c02e46","MemberId":1978289,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"CanuckCook","SubmittedDate":"11\/06\/2010 10:20"},{"Comment":"

Great and loved the recipe that went along with the leftovers.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"10\/24\/2010 12:00","GUID":"e16b993bbd5a483b8918e2f5cce40c49","MemberId":4228054,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jaclyn01","SubmittedDate":"10\/24\/2010 12:00"},{"Comment":"

Fussy husband loved it!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"10\/20\/2010 21:21","GUID":"F98A9BD25FE34E619119578CC299ABAA","MemberId":1988355,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"rotts4me","SubmittedDate":"10\/20\/2010 21:21"},{"Comment":"

Quick & easy. The whole family enjoyed it. started late, but cooked on High in 1\/2 the time & still came out tender.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2010 13:17","GUID":"17fb7151eef14ad1bd6fb4931770426a","MemberId":1185403,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"camaromama","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2010 13:17"},{"Comment":"

I was wary when I first read what the ingredients were, but I tried it tonight and it went over very well with my husband and in-laws. Would make again!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"10\/03\/2010 22:01","GUID":"6e6cfd574f01471397b3ffe1dd91bdbf","MemberId":1507778,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"jieastcott","SubmittedDate":"10\/03\/2010 22:01"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51282,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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