Italian Beef Sandwiches - Slow Cooked

Ingredients:

• 3 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 (.7 oz)package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
• 1 (5 lb) rump roast

Preparation: 

1. Combine water with salt, ground black pepper, oregano, basil, parsley, garlic powder, bay leaf, and salad dressing mix in a saucepan. Stir well, and bring to a boil.
2. Place roast in slow cooker, and pour salad dressing  mixture over the meat.
3. Cover, and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours, or on High for 4 to 5 hours. When done, remove bay leaf, and shred meat with a fork.
4. Optional- Put on a hoagie or Italian roll and use left over mixture as au jus for dipping or try the easy marinara sauce.