As the saying goes, the way to your true love’s heart is through their stomach!
This recipe from Baltimore food journalist Ilene Spector is guaranteed to turn up the heat for your favorite foodie!

Love Roast
Ingredients
- 1 beef boneless chuck roast, 3-4 pounds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced pitted Kalamata or ripe olives
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 large onion, cut-up
- 1 very wide piece of carrot
Instructions
- Cook in a slow cooker for 3-5 hours until meat is soft.
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