Spicy Italian Beef Roast

1. 1 pkg. onion soup mix
2. 1/4 tsp. paprika
3. 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper to taste
4. 1 tsp. garlic powder, or 3 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped
5. 1/2 tsp. oregano
6. 1/2 tsp. basil
7. 2 lb rump roast

Combine soup mix and spices with 3 cups water in a roasting pan Add roast and bake at 350 degrees for 3 hrs. Turn roast once and baste with juices often.