Polenta with tomatoes

1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried thyme , crushed 1 teaspoon dried basil , crushed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black[...]

2 1/2 lbs beef chuck roast, boneless (can use lamb or pork) 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon thyme , dried 1 teaspoon basil , dried 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon[...]

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large onions , chopped 6 garlic cloves , minced six cans crushed tomatoes (28-ounce) 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup unsalted[...]