Here is how I do mine, 2-3 lb chuck roast cut into 6-8 pieces, one can each of cream of mushroom soup and celery soup, one package of dry onion soup mix. Mix everything into crockpot.4-6 hrs. on high or 8-10 hrs. on low, or until meat is tender. Last two hours I'll add what I have carrots, potatoes and onions. Then my question is, do I want to serve it over white rice or mash potatoes.