Oven-Braised Beef

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 300 degrees (150 C.).
2. 2
   Put roast in an ovenproof 4 quarts (3775 ml) to 5 quarts (4725 ml) heavy pot or a casserole dish with a lid.
3. 3
   Sprinkle top of roast with garlic.
4. 4
   Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Pour tomatoes over roast.
6. 6
   Cook in center of oven, covered, until very tender, 3 to 4 hours.