Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan
A hearty one-pot meal featuring tender beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and savory gravy, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 3-4 lb beef chuck roast Can substitute with shoulder steak or brisket.
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the beef in Worcestershire sauce overnight.
For Serving
- mashed potatoes (prepared to your liking) Consider variations like creamy, buttery, or garlic-infused.
- toasted bread (your favorite kind)
- brown gravy (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or until the beef is fork-tender and easy to shred.
- While the beef cooks, prepare your mashed potatoes according to your preference.
Serving
- Layer toasted bread on a plate, followed by a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.
- Shred the cooked beef and place it on top, then generously pour brown gravy over the entire dish.
- Serve warm, and savor the comforting flavors!
Notes
For creative twists, consider adding cayenne pepper for heat, using portobello mushrooms for a vegetarian option, or swapping mashed potatoes for quinoa or rice. Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.