Easy Pot Roast with Rich Tomato Gravy

Serves 6 to 8

There’s no substitute for a simple old-fashioned pot roast — the kind my mother used to make. Its appetizing aromas, wafting through the house, are every bit as good as the meal itself. This easy-to-make version uses a can of tomato soup to create a rich sumptuous gravy. I’ve added a brown sugar and vinegar finish, which creates a subtle sweet-and-sour taste, but the gravy is delicious without this addition. Whichever version you prefer, serve this with plenty of mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.

Large (minimum 5 quart) slow cooker