INGREDIENTS
1
(3-5 pound) braising roast (see note)
Freshly ground black pepper ,
1/2 tsp
Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama ), or to taste
1 tbsp
canola oil
1/2 cup
beef broth
1 1/2 cups
water
Splash of red wine , optional
1
envelope of brown gravy mix
1/4 tsp
dried thyme
Worcestershire sauce
hot sauce
Cooked rice or egg noodles
Slurry of cornstarch and water, optional