Slow cooker Italian beef is a classic and flavorful dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. This recipe requires minimal preparation and can be left to cook all day in a slow cooker, resulting in tender and juicy meat that is packed with Italian flavors. If you're looking for a delicious and effortless meal, look no further than this slow cooker Italian beef recipe.
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Beef chuck roast is the perfect cut of meat for this recipe, as it is well-marbled and will become tender and flavorful after being cooked for several hours in the slow cooker.
This dry Italian dressing mix will add the traditional Italian flavors to the beef, without needing to use a variety of different herbs and spices.
The beef broth will provide additional moisture and help to keep the beef juicy as it cooks.
Pepperoncini peppers may seem like an unusual ingredient, but they add a tangy and slightly spicy kick to the beef. Don't worry, they won't make the dish too spicy!
Start by placing the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. In a separate bowl, mix together the dry Italian dressing mix and beef broth. Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. Then, add the jar of pepperoncini peppers (including the juice) to the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, or on high heat for 4-6 hours. The beef will become tender and easily shredded when it is done cooking.
Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining liquid and pepperoncini peppers. Let it cook for an additional 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serving suggestion: Serve the slow cooker Italian beef on crusty rolls or over pasta for a delicious and hearty meal. Top with some shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.
This slow cooker Italian beef recipe is not only incredibly easy to make, but it also results in a mouthwatering and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. With simple and affordable ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. So, dust off your slow cooker and give this recipe a try for a satisfying and effortless meal. Buon appetito!
Ingredients
1.5 - 2 pounds of beef chuck roast
1 packet of dry Italian dressing mix
1 cup of beef broth
1 jar of pepperoncini peppers
Instructions
1. Place beef chuck roast in the slow cooker.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the dry Italian dressing mix and beef broth.
3. Pour mixture over beef in the slow cooker.
4. Add jar of pepperoncini peppers (including juice) to the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, or high heat for 4-6 hours.
6. Remove beef from slow cooker and shred using two forks.
7. Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix with remaining liquid and peppers.
8. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
Serving suggestion:
Serve on crusty rolls or over pasta. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
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