Ingredients:

• 1 (4-pound) chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (such as avocado or canola)
• 1 large yellow or white onion, sliced into half-moons
• 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup drained giardiniera (optional)