2 onions, sliced
3 to 4 lb. boneless pot roast (2 inches thick)
1 (11 oz.) pkg. mixed dried fruit
3/4 c. beer
1 c. water
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 c. brown sugar, tightly packed
1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
Spiced apple rings

Place sliced onions on bottom of crock pot. Place roast on top of onions (cut to fit pan). Cover with dried fruit. Mix remaining ingredients except apple rings and pour over roast. Cover and cook on low setting 6 to 8 hours. Top with spiced apple rings and serve. Makes 4 to 6 servings.