Festive Beef

Place roast, bay leaf and 1 cup water in large saucepan. Simmer 10 minutes. Remove bay leaf and add remaining ingredients. Simmer on low heat for 3 hours or until tender. Remove roast. Simmer until liquid thickens. Pour over meat to serve.
Makes 6 servings

Source: Sheldon Family Favorites - David Ingle (given by Bev Sheldon)