Can I cook this from frozen?

Yes—just plan for 10 to 14 hours on low if using a frozen roast. It needs the extra time to break down properly.

What if I don’t have a crockpot?

No problem! Use an Instant Pot on the meat setting for 2 hours or roast in the oven, covered, at 300°F for 4 hours.

I’m not into coffee—can I skip it?

You can, but it’s what makes the magic happen. The coffee deepens the flavor—it won’t taste like breakfast brew.

Roast, Rest, Repeat: Chili Coffee Beef for Your To-Do List Sundays

Description

A bold, no-fuss family dinner packed with tender beef, hearty veggies, and the deep, smoky flavor of chili and coffee. Perfect for busy Sundays when the slow cooker needs to do the heavy lifting.

Ingredients

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3 lb Eye of Round Roast
1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tbsp each: oregano, cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder
2 tbsp instant coffee grounds
1 tbsp beef base
1 cup hot water
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 cup baby carrots
1 small bag (about 20) new potatoes

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Instructions

Add roast to crockpot. Sprinkle with all spices.
Mix hot water, coffee grounds, and beef base; pour over roast.
Add vegetables.
Cook on low for 6 hours (best texture) or high for 4 hours.
Serve warm with your desired amount of broth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Sunday Dinner
Method: slow cooker
Cuisine: American