Ingredients

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup water1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup ketchup2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds), cut in half1/4 cup cornstarch6 tablespoons cold waterDash salt and pepper

Preparation

Mix first 10 ingredients. Place roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with sauce mixture. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours.

Remove roast from slow cooker; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a saucepan; skim fat. Mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper. Serve with roast.