Chapter 19: The Not-So-Strong Silent Type
Fiesta Pot Roast
3 T olive oil, divided
3 lb. chuck roast
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 T thyme
1 T onion powder
1 T garlic powder
1 T chili powder
A splash of red wine or red wine vinegar
1 8-oz. jar good-quality salsa (whatever’s your favorite)
2 4-oz. cans mild green chiles
1 can beef consommé
Salt and pepper to taste
Get out your slow cooker. Get out a big skillet, pour in 2 T olive oil, heat until shimmering over medium-high heat. Rub roast all over with seasonings. Place into hot pan and sear each side, about 30 seconds to a minute per side. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of oil, throw in onions and, after a minute or so, garlic. Salt, stir, and wait until garlic and onion are
