Slow cooker pot roast recipe in the crockpot category

: Saute onion and garlic with oil in the cooking pot till transparent. Season the roast with salt and pepper and then dredge lightly in flour. Brown roast, on top of the onions and garlic, in the cookpot on both sides, 10 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker, add the stewed tomatoes, water and Worcestershire sauce. Cook on medium for about 5 hours. When done, puree the remaining tomatoes, juices and onions. Return to pan. Add thickener for gravy.