Italian Pot Roast (Stracotto)

Ingredients:
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
Directions: