Main Dish:

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 pound chuck roast, tied
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 ounces pancetta, diced
• 12 cloves garlic
• 2 cups red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 2 bay leaves

Polenta:

• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1½ cups half-and-half
• 1 cup polenta
• 1 cup gorgonzola cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter