Bag 'n Season Italian Beef Pot Roast with Vegetables
A convenient one-pan roast dinner featuring tender eye round beef slow-cooked with green beans, bell peppers, and onions in a zesty Italian-seasoned tomato sauce. The McCormick Bag 'n Season method creates incredibly moist, flavorful meat while the vegetables cook alongside, absorbing all the savory juices. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or Sunday family meals when you want hearty comfort food with minimal cleanup. The combination of Italian seasoning and brown sugar adds a subtle sweetness that balances the tangy tomato base, making this version stand out from traditional pot roasts.
Ingredients
- 1 package McCormick Bag 'n Season Pot Roast
- 3 pounds eye round roast, trimmedchuck roast1:1beef
longer cooking time needed
- 2 cups green beans
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 8 ounces tomato sauce, canned
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 ½ tsps McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F and arrange opened cooking bag in 13x9-inch baking pan
- 2
Place roast and all vegetables in the cooking bag
- 3
Mix seasoning packet with tomato sauce, brown sugar, flour and Italian seasoning until well blended
- 4
Pour sauce mixture over roast in bag
- 5
Close bag loosely with nylon tie and cut 4 small holes in top to allow steam to escape
- 6
Bake in lower half of oven for 1 1/2 hours
- 7
Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before slicing
- 8
Serve over cooked noodles if desired
Tips
Let the roast rest the full 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute for easier slicing and maximum tenderness.
Cut the steam holes in the bag before placing in oven to prevent bag from bursting during cooking.
Check that the cooking bag is properly sealed but not too tight to allow for expansion during cooking.
Good to Know
refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in airtight container
can assemble in bag up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking
slice against grain and serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes
Common Mistakes
seal bag too tightly to avoid bursting during cooking
skip cutting steam holes to prevent bag explosion
place in upper oven rack to avoid uneven cooking
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?
Yes, chuck roast works well but may need additional 30-45 minutes cooking time. Bottom round or rump roast are also good alternatives with similar cooking times.
What if I don't have a cooking bag?
Cover tightly with heavy-duty foil instead, creating a sealed packet. Cooking time may increase by 15-30 minutes to ensure tenderness.
How long will leftovers keep in the refrigerator?
Properly stored leftovers will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. The meat actually improves in flavor as it sits in the sauce.