Pot Roast with Porcini Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 1 lean pot roast, such as a top sirloin, 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds
• 1 envelope brown, onion, or mushroom gravy mix
• 1 package dried porcini mushrooms (2oz)
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/2 cup red wine (may substitute beef broth or unsweetened apple juice)
• 1/2 cup diced dired apples or other dried fruit
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small clove fresh minced garlic
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation: