– Beef chuck-eye roast – $11.88 – Vegetable oil – $0.12 – Yellow onions – $2.48 – Tomato paste – $0.72 – Low-sodium beef broth – $1.44 – Soy sauce – $0.08 – Worcestershire sauce – $0.06 – Bay leaves – $0.06 – Carrots – $0.82 – Parsnips – $2.69
PER SERVING COST: $2.83
RECIPE COST: $22.60
NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have.
Place vegetables on a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Fold foil over vegetables to form packet that will fit in slow cooker; crimp edges to seal.
Cover and cook on high until beef is tender, 6-7 hours (or cook on low 10-11 hours). Remove bay leaves and place vegetable packet into large bowl.