1.Mix Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Thyme, Oregano And Sea Salt (Optional) Together In A Small Bowl. 2.Rub Mixture Into Meat On All Sides Of Roast. 3.Heat A Medium Skillet (If Cooking In A Crock Pot) Or Heavy Bottomed Oven-Proof Pan (If Cooking In The Oven) Over High Heat. Add 2 Tbs Tallow When Hot. 4.Immediately Sear All Sides Of The Roast And Set Aside. 5.Wash And Prepare Vegetables. 6.Put Roast In Crock Pot, Add Vegetables, Bay Leaf And Water, And Cook On High Until Tender (6-7 Hours). Or, Preheat Oven To 325?, Add The Vegetables, Bay Leaf And Water To The Heavy Bottomed Oven-Proof Pan With The Meat, Cover And Roast For 2-3 Hours.