Description
These Easy Crockpot Italian Beef Sandwiches are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Tender, flavorful Italian beef simmers low and slow in a rich, savory broth, then is piled high on toasted hoagie rolls with your favorite toppings. These sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for game days, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
3 cups boiling water
5 cubes of beef bouillon
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, to taste
1/8 teaspoon ground thyme
3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, 1 3-pound roast, trimmed of most fat
Sandwich Fixin’s
8 hoagie rolls
16 slices provolone cheese
16 ounces roasted red peppers, 1 16-ounce jar, sliced
16 ounces mild sliced pepper rings, 1 16-ounce jar
Instructions
Set your 6-quart slow cooker to high. Pour in boiling water, beef bouillon, and Worcestershire. In a small bowl, mix the seasonings. Sprinkle this over the broth, then whisk to combine. Add the roast, turning to coat. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8-10. Shred the beef with forks and stir. Cook for another hour. (Do not drain.)
To serve: Slice rolls, toast lightly in the oven. Fill with beef, top with cheese, and broil until melted. Add red pepper slices and pepper rings. Enjoy!
Notes
Trim Excess Fat: While some fat adds flavor, trimming any large pieces of fat from the roast before cooking will prevent your sandwiches from becoming overly greasy.
Don’t Overcook: Overcooked beef will become dry. Start checking for tenderness at the 4-hour mark if cooking on high, or 6 hours on low.
Shred While Warm: The beef is easiest to shred while it’s still warm and has been resting for a few minutes.
Soak Up the Juices: Don’t throw away that flavorful cooking liquid! The liquid is great to moisten the beef or even dip the sandwiches in for extra flavor!
- Cook Time: 4-10 hours
- Category: Sandwiches
- Cuisine: Italian-American