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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: Your Cozy Comfort Food Fix

This Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender beef and rich gravy, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 piece Beef Roast Consider chuck or round cuts for best results.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced yellow or sweet onion.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Substitutable with soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free version if necessary.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can use fresh garlic and onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Substitute with Italian seasoning for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use an alternative for lower sodium dishes.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with cold water to create a slurry.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water For thickening slurry.
For Serving
  • 6 slices Bread White or Texas toast, absorbs flavor.
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Onions: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the Beef Roast: Lay the beef roast on top of the onions.
  3. Pour in the Broth and Sauces: Pour the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce over the roast.
  4. Season the Beef: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt over the beef.
  5. Cook the Beef: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Shred the Beef: Remove the beef, let cool slightly, then shred with two forks.
  7. Thicken the Gravy: Strain onion mixture, mix cornstarch with cold water, stir into broth, and thicken for 15 minutes on HIGH.
  8. Assemble and Serve: Layer bread, mashed potatoes, shredded beef, and top with gravy to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months in resealable bags.

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