Cross Rib Roast

Directions

1. 1
   Brown the vegetables in the oil or melted butter.
2. 2
   Remove the vegetables and raise the heat to sear the meat on both sides (do not pierce with fork when turning) in the pot.
3. 3
   Put the browned vegetables with the olives and chopped tomatoes in th bottom of a casserole or stock pot.
4. 4
   Place the beef on top.
5. 5
   Pour stock and/or red wine to cover.
6. 6
   Add bouquet garni.
7. 7
   Cover and place in moderate oven for about 2 hours or until the meat is tender.
8. 8
   Check during the last hour and add liquid if needed.
9. 9
   Remove the meat and vegetables to a warm platter.
10. 10
    Strain juices through a coarse sieve, forcing through as much vegetable pulp as possible.
11. 11
    This gravy should not need any additional thickening.