Slow Cooker Italian Beef Recipe
A hearty and comforting slow-cooked Italian beef dish that's perfect for sandwiches or served with sides, offering rich flavors and effortless preparation.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds Beef roast (chuck or blade) Use chuck or blade for the best flavor and tenderness.
- 1 package Italian dressing mix (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 1½ cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 1 jar Pepperoncini peppers (12oz or 375ml)
- 12 rolls Sub or hoagie rolls
- 12 slices Provolone, Havarti, or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Place the beef into a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Season it all over with the Italian dressing mix, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the low-sodium beef broth into the slow cooker. Add ½ cup of the brine from the jar of pepperoncini peppers, then top with ½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 10 to 11 hours until the beef is tender enough to fall apart easily.
- For faster cooking, cut the beef into 3 to 4 smaller pieces and cook for about 8 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the beef in the juices with two forks. Serve the tender beef on the buns with cheese and additional pickled pepperoncini peppers if desired.
Notes
- Use quality beef for the best flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of pepperoncini.
- Perfect for meal prep; store servings in airtight containers for up to four days in the fridge.
- Spoon some of the flavorful broth onto your sandwiches for enhanced taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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