Slow Cooker Mediterranean Pot Roast I have got a dog-eared and water stained copy of a check stand recipe booklet which I bought just for this recipe. I have modified it (dumped the pearl onions and added sliced, fresh carrots) and even snapped some fresh green beans to add in it. I use all of the smallest container of sun dried tomatoes I can find. Why waste it? After browning the meat, I add chopped onions and fresh garlic to the same pan and lightly saute'. Pour into the cooker and de-glaze the pan with red wine. Test the wine the night before if you'd like. Pour reduced de-glazing liquid into cooker and proceed. Baked potatoes are a great addition to make this an easy and complete dinner.