As a Chicagoan we are known for 3 things. Chicago Style Hot Dogs, Deep Dish Pizza and Italian Beef Sandwiches. (Well, Chicago is known for more than that, but food wise those are the biggies!) I'm not sure why I've never tried to make them at home before but this recipe really does taste just like the real thing! The meat was tender and stayed really juicy. They were delicious! This is going to be a new favorite on the menu for football Sundays!
Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches
Ingredients
2-3 lb bottom round beef roast
1 Cup Beef Stock
1 packet Italian Salad Dressing Mix ( I used Good Seasons)
1 jar pepperoncini rings
1 loaf crusty french bread
Giardiniera (Optional)
Place roast into the slow cooker. Add 1 cup beef broth and Italian salad dressing mix. One hour before the roast is done add the peppers to the slow cooker. Total cooking time should be about 8-10 hours on low. Serve on crusty french bread with a side of au jus and giardiniera. Enjoy!
A friend of mine used to make an Italian beef sandwich in the Crock Pot for football game Saturdays. This sounds like it may be exactly like it. I so hope so! :) I have missed those sandwiches and have been wanting to make them myself. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe. :)
ReplyDeleteWow, this looks tasty! What is Giardiniera? I've never heard of it. {GA girl here!} Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteGiardiniera is a mix of pickled peppers and veggies. Kind of like a relish but it's very popular here and most Chicagoans add them to Italian Beef. Although, I think they use it in the south in Muffuletta sandwiches.
DeleteThey usually sell jars of Giardiniera in the same aisle where the pickles are.
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Oooh, looks so yummy! Similar to bbq pulled pork but I bet this one's better. I'm more into beef than pork. I can't wait to try this!
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sounds so yummy!!
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Kerry
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I'm making this for Sunday's dinner not the norm in a African American home, usually it's Collards and fried chicken and mac and cheese or something big alone those lines BUT this Sunday will be a surprise it will be simple and laid back thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI forgot to mention I'm making the bread fresh using a bread called bolillo I think it will be a good bread to use with it.
ReplyDeleteI think Bolillo bread would be great with the italian beef. I hope you enjoyed it, Jeanette!
ReplyDeleteI ma making this right now:) Do you drain the pepperoncini or do you just pour in the whole bottle? My instinct is to drain because otherwise it would seem like too much liquid.
ReplyDeleteI've done it both ways but I like it better with the entire jar of peppers and liquid.
ReplyDeleteThanks! It smells heavenly and I can't wait for supper tonight!
ReplyDeleteThe best Italian beef sandwiches I have ever made. This recipe is 5 star!
ReplyDeleteThank You! I'm so glad you enjoyed them!
ReplyDeleteDo you add the juice from the jar of peppers as well or just the peppers?
ReplyDeleteHi Brandi,
ReplyDeleteI add the entire jar of peppers and juice. You don't have to add the whole jar though. You could add half if you wanted. Whatever you prefer. Hope you enjoy it!