Tender Italian Pot Roast Recipe: My Family's Hearty Feast

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 large carrots, chopped
• 3 ribs celery, chopped
• 1 cup red wine (e.g., Chianti)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1½ cups canned crushed tomatoes