The "Frug's" Pot Roast
Source: San (adapted from the Frugal Gourmet)
Sear a 3-4# chuck roast
Pour a 14 oz can of beef stock into a baking dish
Place 6 to 12 peppercorns into the dish
Cut a medium to large onion into chunks
Pour a small can of chopped mushrooms into the dish or 5-6 fresh ones, chopped
Place the beef on top of all and add a bay leaf or two
Cover and cook in the oven at 350 for about 2 or 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. (Can also be cooked on the stovetop)
Remove the beef and keep warm.
Add about 1/2 C of sour cream to the sauce and stir.
Heat on low for 15 to 30 minutes more.
Slice the beef and serve with the sauce.