The cooking time will depend on your slow cooker model and its age; the older the model, the closer to the 8-hour cooking time your roast will be. Place any aromatic vegetables such as onions and celery on the bottom of the cooker, and then place the roast on top of them. read more
Cover slow cooker, turn to high and cook the roast for 5-6 hours, until the meat is fork tender. Skim off any fat from the surface and remove the bones. Season with salt and pepper to taste. read more
Rub the chuck roast with the salt, pepper and garlic. Heat up your slow cooker insert (if cast aluminum) or a large pot on high heat with the canola oil. Sear the beef on each side for 3-4 minutes. Put the beef and the drippings from the pan into your slow cooker. Cook on low for 90 minutes. read more