Rivers are the primary body of water found in tropical rainforests. Many rainforests feature one large river that feeds the entire ecosystem and many smaller rivers that drain into the major water body, such as the Amazon river and its many tributaries.
1 Cook in the oven for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). 2  Reduce the heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C), and cook for 1 1/2 hours. 3  Remove roast to a platter to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Return meat to pan, place remaining bay leaf on top of meat, and cover. 2  Cook in the oven for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). 3  Reduce the heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C), and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
Cover the clay pot with the lid and place the pot into a cold oven. Turn the oven to 475 degrees F and bake the roast for 90 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the roast reads 170 degrees F.