How long does it take to cook a pot roast in the oven?

Place the roast back into the pot and add enough beef stock to cover the meat halfway. Add in the onions and the carrots, along with the fresh herbs. Put the lid on, then roast for 3 hours for a 3-pound roast. For a 4 to 5-pound roast, plan on 4 hours. read more

At 250 degrees F, you will need three to four hours to cook your roast in a conventional oven. Take the meat out at intervals to turn it---this ensures both sides stay equally moist and equally seasoned. When you get to about two hours of cooking time, you may notice that your meat seems fully cooked but isn't quite tender. This is normal. read more

How long does it take to cook a roast depends on the amount of meat, batter and temperature of the oven. Usually it does not exceed 90 minutes no matter how tough meat fibers are there. Butter will add a more flavor to your roast. It could be enjoyed if served with fries, vegetables and some yummy dips. read more