1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 M4-D Ranch grass-finished beef roast (3-4 pounds)
1 Tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Combine first 4 ingredients. Rub over roast. In a dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown roast on all sides; drain. Add water, onion, green pepper and seasonings. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours or until tender. Remove roast to a warm serving platter. Discard bay leaves and skim any fat. Thicken pan juices for gravy. Serve roast with warm vegetables.

Serves 8 to 10

Hint: Leftovers can be frozen in individual portions for quick meals!