Rustic Tuscan-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Roast Recipe for Comfort

Ingredients

• 3.4 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 large carrots, cut into chunks
• 2/3 potatoes, cut into chunks
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste