Hello All !  Here's my faveofalltime crockpot recipe, an oldie-but-goodie from Usenet, back in the day. ( I miss rec.food.cooking)

Mexican Pot Roast

3-pound beef brisket or roast
2 Tbs. oil
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 cups mild picante sauce (salsa – I use hot)
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
1/8 tsp. pepper

Trim visible fat from brisket or roast.   Cut into bite-size pieces.  Brown meat in large Dutch oven in hot cooking oil.  Pour into a crock pot.  Combine remaining ingredients and pour over meat.  Cover and simmer over medium heat for 2 1/2 hours, (or put crock pot on automatic and cook about 6 hours) adding water if needed, until brisket is tender.  Serve with potatoes, noodles or rice.   Serves 6-8.

I've never received anything less than rave reviews…the cinnamon and cloves give it a sweet., smoky flavor and the almonds add a nice texture.  I always serve it with smashed potatoes, the gravy is yum!