Basic Pot Roast

Directions

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   Season the flour with the salt and pepper and pound the mixture into the meat with the edge of a plate.
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   Brown meat on all sides in the hot fat or oil.
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   Add the onions, cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the carrots, herbs, seasonings and liquid.
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   Cover tightly and simmer 3 1/2 - 5 hours, until meat is fork tender.
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   Add desired vegetables during the last 20 or 30 minutes.
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   Pot Roast Variations
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   1.
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   For part of the liquid, use a 10-ounce can (1 1/3 cups) of pureed tomatoes.
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    For seasoning, add 1 tablespoon minced parsley or dill.
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    When the meat has been removed from the pan, add 1 cup sour cream to the sauce.
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    2.
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    For the liquid, use 3/4 cup dry white wine, 2 tablespoons brandy or rum, and 1 tablespoon chili sauce.
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    For seasoning, add 4-6 coriander seeds and 12 peppercorns.
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    3.
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    For the liquid, use 1/2 cup syrup from canned fruit, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1 beef bouillon cube.
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    For seasoning, add a pinch of powdered fennel and a teaspoon of minced dill.
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    4.
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    For the liquid, use half dry vermouth, half chicken bouillon.