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Crockpot Italian Beef Sandwich

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The Crockpot Italian Beef Sandwich is a savory, flavorful sandwich made with tender, slow-cooked beef, seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, and served on a crusty roll. This comforting, easy-to-make dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or for serving a crowd at your next gathering. The beef is cooked low and slow in the Crockpot, allowing all the flavors to meld together, resulting in a juicy and flavorful filling that is ideal for piled onto rolls with melted cheese. It’s a classic comfort food that’s both simple to prepare and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast (or rump roast)
  • 1 packet Italian dressing mix (or 2 tbsp homemade Italian seasoning mix)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers (with some juice, for extra flavor)
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 6–8 sandwich rolls (preferably hoagie rolls or Italian rolls)
  • Provolone cheese or mozzarella (optional, for topping)

Ingredient Highlights

  • Beef Chuck Roast: Chuck roast is perfect for slow cooking as it becomes incredibly tender and juicy. It’s also relatively affordable and ideal for feeding a crowd.
  • Pepperoncini Peppers: These tangy, mildly spicy peppers are key to giving the beef its signature Italian flavor. They infuse the beef with their tang and slight heat.
  • Italian Seasoning: A mix of oregano, basil, and other Italian herbs ensures that the beef is seasoned just right, giving it that authentic Italian taste.
  • Beef Broth: The broth adds depth of flavor to the cooking liquid and helps keep the beef moist during the slow cooking process.

Instructions

Prepare the Beef:

  1. Season the Beef: Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. Place in Crockpot: Place the seasoned beef roast into the Crockpot.
  3. Add Ingredients: Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix or homemade seasoning blend over the beef. Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, pepperoncini peppers (with juice), beef broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  4. Cover and Cook: Cover the Crockpot and set it to cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and can be easily shredded.

Assemble the Sandwiches:

  1. Shred the Beef: Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the Crockpot and shred it using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat.
  2. Return to Crockpot: Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot and stir it into the juices and peppers. Let it sit on the warm setting for a few minutes to soak up the flavors.
  3. Prepare the Rolls: While the beef is soaking in the juices, slice your sandwich rolls in half and lightly toast them in the oven, if desired.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Pile the shredded Italian beef onto the rolls, adding some of the juice and peppers from the Crockpot. Top with provolone or mozzarella cheese if desired, and serve hot.

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