Traditional Yankee Pot Roast Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 to 5 pounds)
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 large onions, coarsely chopped
• 2 cups sliced carrots
• 2 celery ribs, sliced
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
• 1-3/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths