The Best Pot Roast

January is the busiest month of the year a time for new routines, cold evenings, and high ambitions. You need a meal that works as hard as you do. This is arguably the best "leftover" meal in existence. The flavors actually intensify by day two, making it an excellent choice for a grab-and-go lunch.

Full recipe by Elise Bauer here.

Ingredients Needed:

beef shoulder or boneless chuck roast (3.5 lbs)

yellow onions (2 large)

garlic (4 cloves)

carrots (1 lb)

red wine (1/2 cup)

italian seasoning

bay leaf (1)

Pantry staples: salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil

Tips:

When using a slow cooker, brown the meat and the onions, and transfer to the slow cooker. Follow the recipe as written, cooking on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 8 to 9 hours.