"Slow cooker pot roast features tender beef and vegetables in a robust tomato sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
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2- to 2 1/2-pound beef bottom round roast
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6 medium potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
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2 1/2 cups baby-cut carrots
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2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (about 5 ounces)
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1 medium stalk celery, sliced (1/2 cup)
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1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed beef consommé or broth
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1 can (5.5 ounces) eight-vegetable juice (2/3 cup)
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1/4 cup Gold Medal® all-purpose flour