Step 1

Heat up a large non-stick pan on high.

Step 2

Add oil to hot skillet.

Step 3

You want it really hot here to brown or "sear" the beef quickly.

Step 4

Take a paper towel and make sure you dry both sides of the pot roast.

Step 5

Season with a little bit of pepper.

Step 6

Once the skillet is nice and hot, add the roast.

Step 7

Allow the roast to cook for about 2-3 minutes until it is golden brown.

Step 8

Using tongs, flip the meat over and sear the other side of the roast for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer meat to slow cooker.

Step 10

Sprinkle packets of dry ranch dressing and Au Jus over pot roast.

Step 11

Top with a stick of butter then place peppers on and around roast.

Step 12

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.

Step 13

Take two forks and start shredding the meat.

Step 14

Discard any big fatty pieces.

Step 15

Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.