Mamacita’s Italian Beef in Crockpot

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18

Mamacita's Italian Beef in Crockpot Recipe

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours and 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

407

Sugar

Fat

17g

This delicious Italian Beef in Crockpot recipe is a classic dish that is popular in the Midwest of the United States. The beef is slow-cooked to perfection and infused with Italian seasoning and gravy. The result is a delicious and flavorful beef that can be served on buns with melted mozzarella cheese and onions. This meal is perfect for busy families who need a quick and easy meal that can be prepared ahead of time.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix water, Italian salad dressing mix, and brown gravy mix.
2.	Place the beef roast in a Crockpot and pour the mixture over it.
3.	Cover the Crockpot and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours.
4.	Once done, shred the beef with a fork.
5.	Serve on buns and top with onions and mozzarella cheese (optional).

PROS

Mamacita’s Italian Beef in Crockpot is an easy and delicious meal that can be prepared ahead of time and easily feeds a crowd.

This meal is perfect for busy weeknights or any time you want a fuss-free dinner.

The ingredients for the recipe are affordable and easy to find at any grocery store.

CONS

This meal is high in sodium due to the use of seasoning and gravy mixes.

This meal requires a Crockpot, which might not be accessible for everyone.

The use of beef in this recipe might not be suitable for individuals who do not consume beef.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mamacita’s Italian Beef in Crockpot contains protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
However, it also contains a high amount of sodium, which can lead to health problems if consumed in excess.
To make this meal healthier, low-sodium seasoning and gravy mixes can be used, and the amount of salt can be reduced.

	2 -3 lbs beef roast
	2 packets Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing mix ( or generic brand )
	2 packets brown gravy mix
	2 cups water
	8 buns
	8 slices mozzarella cheese ( optional )
	1 white onion ( optional )