Italian Pot Roast (Straccato)
"A slow braised Italian style pot roast in a tasty tomato sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 ounces bacon (or pancetta), diced (optional)
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3 pounds beef (such as chuck), cut into 3 large pieces
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salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup onion, diced
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1 cup carrot, diced
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1 cup celery, diced
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1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 cups beef broth
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1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
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1 sprig thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
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1 sprig rosemary (or 1 teaspoon fresh chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 bay leaves
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salt and pepper to taste
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