Daube a La Creole

Directions

1. 1
   In a 5 qt Dutch oven heat the 3 tbsp of the oil.
2. 2
   Over medium heat brown the roast on all sides.
3. 3
   Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, covered, while preparing the roux.
4. 4
   *If roast sticks, add 1/4 cup water.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat to low and add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and onion and cook until they are limp.
6. 6
   Stir in the stewed tomato and cook for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the salt, and pepper to the tomato sauce mixture.
8. 8
   Pour the sauce over the roast.
9. 9
   Simmer slowly on top of the stove for 2-3 hours, or until the roast is very tender.
10. 10
    Add more water if needed.
11. 11
    Remove meat and thicken pan juices with flour.