**Italian Beef Sandwiches: A Crock Pot Delight**
Savor the delectable flavors of Italian beef sandwiches, a classic dish elevated to new heights with the convenience of a crock pot. These hearty and flavorful sandwiches are perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or casual gatherings. Dive into a world of savory and tender beef, slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic broth infused with herbs, spices, and tangy giardiniera. Served on toasted bread or rolls, these sandwiches are customizable with your favorite toppings, creating a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of Italian beef sandwich recipes, offering variations to suit every taste preference. From classic preparations to creative twists, discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings and tantalize your taste buds.
CROCK POT ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches are the 5-ingredient crock pot version of the popular hot sandwich recipe. This easy dinner recipe is a crowd-pleaser!
Provided by Iowa Girl Eats
Categories entree, kid friendly, sandwiches and burgers
Yield serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chuck roast into the bottom of a 5.5 - 6 quart crock pot then sprinkle with salad dressing mix. Add pepperoncini peppers plus a splash of juice, Giardiniera, and beef broth then lift up chuck roast pieces to get broth underneath. Place a lid on top then cook on low for 9 hours, or until meat shreds easily with a fork. Shred then place meat back into crock pot and cook on low for 1 more hour.
- Split buns in half then scoop the shredded meat mixture on top and add provolone cheese slices. Top with additional pepperoncini peppers and Giardiniera, if desired, then serve.
SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES
I have fond memories of my mother in the kitchen preparing her amazing beef dip sandwiches. They always made our house smell like an Old World Italian restaurant. And as good as the aroma was, somehow the taste was even better! Set out a jar of giardiniera for spooning on top. -Kira Vosk, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; brown roast on all sides. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker., Add onions to stockpot; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Add wine; cook 3-5 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in stock, thyme, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes; transfer to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until beef is tender, 7-9 hours., About 1/2 hour before serving, preheat oven to 350°. Place peppers in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder and the remaining salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until softened, 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway., Remove roast; cool slightly. Strain cooking juices into a small saucepan, reserving strained mixture and removing thyme stems. Skim fat from juices; heat through and keep warm. Coarsely shred beef with 2 forks; stir in reserved strained mixture. If desired, moisten beef with some of the cooking juices., To serve, preheat broiler. Arrange buns on baking sheets, cut side up. Broil 3-4 inches from heat until lightly toasted. Remove from oven; top each bun with 2/3 cup beef mixture and 1 slice cheese. Broil until cheese is melted, about 30 seconds., Top with peppers and, if desired, giardiniera. Serve with cooking juices for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Fat 30g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 1134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF FOR SANDWICHES
This makes a sandwich similar to one I used to get at a local restaurant when I lived in a suburb of Chicago. My all time favorite! Serve on crusty rolls with roasted sweet or hot peppers, if desired.
Provided by MAUREENBURR
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 12h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine water with salt, ground black pepper, oregano, basil, onion salt, parsley, garlic powder, bay leaf, and salad dressing mix in a saucepan. Stir well, and bring to a boil.
- Place roast in slow cooker, and pour salad dressing mixture over the meat.
- Cover, and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours, or on High for 4 to 5 hours. When done, remove bay leaf, and shred meat with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 39.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 819.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES
My mother-in-law often served these flavorful sandwiches after church when we'd visit. Because there's little prep work, I make them on busy weeknights alongside french fries and raw veggies. Our children get excited when they smell the beef simmering in the slow cooker. -Jan Kent Knoxville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 7h40m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the broth, beer or additional broth, water, vinegar, soup mix, salad dressing mix, garlic, oregano and basil; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast. When cool enough to handle, shred meat, using two forks. Return to slow cooker and heat through. Using a slotted spoon, spoon shredded meat onto each roll. Serve juices as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY ITALIAN ROAST BEEF FOR SANDWICHES (CROCK POT)
I came up with this after looking at everyone else's recipes and realizing I was missing at least one ingredient for every one I wanted to make. The result was the following and my family loved it.
Provided by Karen..
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place roast in crock pot.
- Pour dressing on top and then sprinkle with onion soup mix.
- Place lid on crock pot and cook on low for about 10 hours.
- Remove meat from au jus and shred or slice.
- Place meat back in juices and sprinkle top with Italian seasoning; stir.
- Serve on toasted kaiser rolls.
CHICAGO STYLE ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES (CROCK POT VERSION)
Chicago style Italian beef sandwiches. A real favorite among Chicagoan locals. This is one of the best sandwiches that you can eat in Chicago...especially with the giardinara or sweet peppers.
Provided by Doreen_2
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 8h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a crock pot combine all of your ingredients (except for the rolls and giardinara) and let it cook on low for 8 hours until the meat is tender and falling apart.
- Remove the meat from the au jus and shred it with a fork until it is finely shred.
- Return the meat to the crock pot full of au jus to get warm for 20 minutes.
- After the meat is warmed, fill the buns with meat, ladle or dip the sandwiches with au jus.
- For Chicago authenticity, add hot or mild giardiniera to the sandwiches or the sweet green bell peppers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.3, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 17.8, Cholesterol 193.5, Sodium 2724.6, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 64.8
ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES A CROCK POT RECIPE!
My neighbors asked me for a good and easy Italian beef recipe.For a family gathering...they were to bring the meat..An all Italian theme. Cute,..they are Korean!! So digging into my recipe file I found this very easy recipe. Please give it a try...The report was...all loved it..and will use it again! Great sauce (gravy) you know...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Snacks
Time 5h10m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Cut roast in half, place in crock pot. Sprinkle with italian seasoning, cayenne and black pepper. Add water. Cover and cook on high 4 hours. Or until meat is tender. Remove roast, (Keep crock pot covered on high.) shred meat with two folks and return to crock pot. In a small bowl, combine pepperconcinis,peppers,garlic,soup mix,and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over meat. Cook on high 1 hour longer, or until peppers are tender.
- 2. Spoon beef mixture over the bottom halves of bread, replace replace bread halves on tops. Cut each loaf into 6 sandwiches. This makes 12 delicious sandwiches! YUMMY!. Supply lots of napkins.. Great for a gathering, or maybe an at home picinic!
- 3. Recipoe from:--- American Profile Recipe by:-------Chris Blaz..! in Waupaca. WI. Picture by:------Teresa Black....! Offerd by:------ Nancy P.......! Spokane, WA. Date:------------7/3/2012
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast is the traditional cut used for Italian beef sandwiches, as it's well-marbled and becomes tender when cooked slowly.
- Brown the beef before cooking: Browning the beef in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker helps to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming dry.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the beef will add flavor to the sandwiches, so choose a broth that you enjoy the taste of.
- Add vegetables for extra flavor: Vegetables such as onions, carrots, and celery can be added to the slow cooker along with the beef to add extra flavor and texture.
- Cook the beef until it's fall-apart tender: The beef should be cooked until it's fall-apart tender, which usually takes about 8-10 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high.
- Shred the beef before serving: Once the beef is cooked, shred it with two forks or a meat shredder before serving.
- Toast the bread: Toasting the bread before adding the beef and toppings will help to keep the sandwiches from getting soggy.
- Pile on the toppings: Italian beef sandwiches are traditionally served with giardiniera, sweet peppers, and mozzarella cheese. However, you can add any toppings you like, such as sliced tomatoes, onions, or roasted red peppers.
Conclusion:
Italian beef sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a casual lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as a party appetizer. With a little planning, you can have a delicious Italian beef sandwich in no time.
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