Italian Roast Beef

"Tender, seasoned beef that can be sliced and served as a sandwich or as an entree. Best to fix day before serving and refrigerate. Makes slicing easier. Delicious!" INGREDIENTS: ? 1 1/2 cups water ? 3 cubes beef bouillon ? 1 teaspoon salt ? 1 teaspoon crushed garlic ? 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning ? 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ? 2 tablespoons dried oregano ? 2 tablespoons dried basil ? 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (optional) ? 4 pounds rump roast ? 1/2 cup vegetable oil DIRECTIONS: 1. Pour water into a large kettle, and add bouillon cubes. 2. Mix together the salt, garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes on a large plate. Rub roast with 1/2 cup vegetable oil. Roll roast in seasoning mixture until well coated. Place the roast in the kettle along with any left over seasoning mixture and oil. 3. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer approximately 3 1/2 hours. Meat should be tender and well done.