You can vary beef roasts according to your tastes and preferences.  Whatever is affordable to your budget, by all means go ahead and use. And ALWAYS cook your meat fat side up to keep it moist and tender!  Enjoy!!!  Cheryl

1 (3 to 3 1/2-pound) bottom round rump roast, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon each onion powder, garlic powder 
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large yellow onion, sliced
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 cups canned low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water 

 

Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
 
Season the meat on all sides with the spices. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven and brown on all sides, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the roast from the pan and add the onion slices and thyme sprigs. Place the roast on top of the onions, fat side up. Add the beef broth to the pan and place in the oven, uncovered. Roast until the beef is tender and registers an internal temperature of 130 to 135 degrees F, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. 

Approximately 30 minutes before the roast is done, start the water for the noodles and cook according to the package.  If you choose rice, prepare it according to the directions.
 
Transfer the roast to a platter or cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
 
Meanwhile, use a slotted spoon to discard the onions and thyme sprigs. Place the Dutch oven over medium-high heat to heat the beef drippings. Combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until dissolved. Add the cornstarch mixture to the beef drippings and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and carefully transfer to a gravy boat or decorative bowl. If making gravy is too much, open a couple of jars of homestyle gravy and add 3-4 Tablespoons of the drippings to make it yours.
 
Carve the beef thinly and arrange the slices on large plates with rice or noodles on the side. Drizzle gravy over each portion and serve alongside of the Rice or noodles.

Don't forget your favorite vegetable!