Crisp and succulent outside, tender and juicy inside, Cola Roast is a southern favorite. Treated with a zesty rub and browned, this roast luxuriates in a sauce of cola combined with chili and Worcestershire sauces.

Cola Roast

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (4 pound) boneless bottom round roast
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup cola soda
1 (12-ounce) bottle chili sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons liquid hot pepper sauce

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine salt, pepper and garlic powder in a small bowl; rub mixture over entire surface of roast; reserve.
3. Heat a large saucepan or skillet on medium-high; add oil (do not allow oil to smoke). Place roast into saucepan and brown; turn to brown each side. Transfer roast to a roasting pan; set aside.
4. Combine cola, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce and liquid hot pepper sauce; mix well. Pour over roast, allowing liquid to collect in roaster. Cover and roast for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until tender.

Makes 8 servings.

Cooking Tip: Use your favorite dark cola; only use sugar-sweetened colas -- do not use colas with artificial sweeteners.