Sear the Meat (Optional):If you have time, you can choose to sear the pork for extra flavor. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper and sear it on all sides until it's nicely browned. Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Servings: 6

• (OR)Pork Shoulder Roast (Picnic)
• Pork Boston Butt Roast
• (1 large) Onion, chopped
• (4) Garlic Cloves, Minced
• (4) Carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• (4) Celery Stalks, cut into chunks
• (2 cups) Low-Sodium Bone Broth
• (1 Cup) Red Wine (optional: you can also use additional broth)
• (1 pound) Small Potatoes, halved
• (2) Bay Leaves
• (1 teaspoon) Dried Thyme
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• Fresh Parsley (optional for garnish)