"Yes, I know, lots of pot roast recipes here, but I tell you this is my all time favorite. Even better then the ones that you dump all of the pre packaged gravy mixes and salad dressings in the pot. Homemade, just like a good mid-western mom meant it to be!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 boneless beef roast, 2 1/2-3 lb, cut to fit pot or crockpot (chuck, shoulder or round)
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2 tablespoons oil
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salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
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1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
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3/4 lb new potatoes or 2 medium sweet potatoes
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1 lb carrots or 6 medium parsnips, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
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2 onions, cut into wedges
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2 celery ribs, bias-cut in 1-inch pieces
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1/4 cup flour