Beef with cornstarch

1 (3 -4 lb) chuck roast (okay to use from frozen state) 1 small onion , very thinly sliced 4 large garlic cloves , very thinly sliced 3 cups full-bodied red[...]

1 pot roast or 1 rump roast 5 links hot Italian sausage 2 tablespoons canola oil 4 large garlic cloves , sliced 1 medium onion , sliced 1 large red peppers or[...]

1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 cup sliced onion 1/2 cup carrot 1/2 cup celery 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon sage 1 bay leaf 3 allspice berries or 3 cloves 6[...]