INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds boneless beef chuck pot roast
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Salt
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Ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
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1 14 ounce can beef broth
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1 chopped onion (1 large)
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2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch lengths
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5 cups assorted vegetables, such as peeled Yukon gold or sweet potatoes, cut into 2-inch chunks; parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; whole shallots or garlic bulbs, halved horizontally; and/or small carrots, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pi
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1/4 cup cold water
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour