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Italian Beef

Savory Italian Beef Sandwiches for Your Next Crowd-Pleaser

Experience the delight of Italian Beef sandwiches—a comforting feast perfect for gatherings filled with bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Shredding Time 30 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast or Round Roast, can substitute with top sirloin or bottom round
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Beef Broth low-sodium recommended
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini Pepper Slices adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar balances savory flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder can substitute with fresh onion salsa
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Giardiniera drained, can swap for other pickled vegetables
  • 8 slices Provolone Cheese mozzarella can be used as substitute
For Serving
  • 8 pieces Hoagie Buns gluten-free options available

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Let the chuck roast rest for 15 minutes at room temperature. Season with kosher salt.
  2. Sear the beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Deglaze the skillet with beef broth, scraping the bottom to combine flavors, then pour over the beef in the slow cooker.
  4. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, sugar, black pepper, and thyme in a bowl, then sprinkle over the beef.
  5. Add pepperoncini and giardiniera, then pour any remaining beef broth over the mixture.
  6. Cover and cook in the slow cooker on LOW for 8 to 10 hours until beef is tender and shreds easily.
  7. Shred the beef using two forks and let it simmer in its juices for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Toast hoagie buns, fill them with beef, top with provolone cheese, extra pepperoncini, and giardiniera, then enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize flavors with different cheeses and pickled vegetables for different variations.

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