Perfect Pot Roast

INGREDIENTS

• 2 whole onions, peeled and halved
• One 3 to 5-pound chuck roast
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 or 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup red wine, optional
• 6 to 8 whole carrots, unpeeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 or 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 or 3 tablespoons olive oil