Chicago Italian Beef Sandwiches (Slow Cooker Recipe) + Video
Make this Italian beef recipe for tender roast beef in a crock pot, then make Italian beef sandwiches with sweet peppers and melted cheese.
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
- Turn 6 quart slow cooker to high heat. Add boiling water, beef bouillon and Worcestershire.
- Combine remaining seasonings in a small bowl. Sprinkle over beef broth and whisk to combine. Add roast and flip to coat both sides. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low 8-10 hours. Shred beef by using two forks to pull it apart. Stir to coat all beef in the juices. Cook 1 additional hour covered. (Do not drain)
- When ready to serve: Slice rolls in half, place on a baking sheet and broil in oven for 2-4 minutes until bread is lightly golden brown.
- Scoop beef on toasted roll and top with 2 slices of provolone cheese. Place back on baking sheet and broil until cheese is melted. Top with red pepper slices and mild pepper rings.
- Serve and enjoy.
Video
Notes
To extend the storage time, you can easily freeze your leftovers. Just place the meat in a freezer bag or wrap it tightly with aluminum foil and store it for up to two to three months for the best quality.
To reheat your leftovers after storing them, you will need to allow them to thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Then, place the leftover beef and the broth in a pan covered with aluminum foil. Bake until it is warmed through and serve it on toasted rolls.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 636cal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 2155mg | Sugar: 5g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 368mg | Iron: 15mg