Donna's Pot Roast

Like many other people I love the comfort foods from my childhood. Once the weather cools and it is comforting to turn on the oven and savor the delightful smells of what's cooking for dinner. One of my favorites is pot roast. My recipe is below. Donna's Pot Roast 3-4 pound chuck or arm roast 5-6 peeled and quartered potatoes 2 stalks of celery 4-5 carrots cut into chunks 1 large onion cut into bite sized pieces 1/4 cup flour salt and pepper to taste 3-4 tblsp shortening for browning the meat Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the meat.In a large oven proof kettle or heavy skillet brown the meat well on both sides. Remove meat and sprinkle flour, salt and pepper to taste into pan drippings and stir until well browned. Add about 3 cups of room temperature water to the browned flour stirring constantly so as not to clump. turn off heat and add vegetables. Cover and Place in a 300 degree oven for 4-5 hours checking from time to time that it dosen't dry out. More water may be added as needed. The browned flour will make a nice rich gravy that will be the envy of any cook. If there are any left overs cut meat into chunks and add water or broth, a few more vegetables and simmer to make a great stew served with home made buscuits.