INGREDIENTS
1
(3- to 3 1/2-pound) boneless beef chuck, boneless roast
1/4 lb
Pancetta
1
Carrot, medium
2
Celery, ribs
4
Garlic cloves
1
Onion, medium
2
(6- to 8-inch) sprigs Rosemary, fresh
4
(4- to 6-inch) sprigs Thyme, fresh
2 tbsp
Tomato paste
1/2 tsp
Black pepper
1 tsp
Salt
2 tbsp
Olive oil
2 cups
Barolo or other full-bodied red wine such as ripasso valpolicella
2 cups
Water
a 4- to 5-qt heavy ovenproof pot with lid