Ingredients: 
1 (4 1/2 to 5 pound) chuck roast 
1 1/2 cups water 
2 teaspoons beef base 
2 bay leaves 
2 tablespoons dried basil leaves, crushed 
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano leaves, crushed 
2 1/2 teaspoons salt 
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper 
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder