Original Homemade Italian Beef

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Original Homemade Italian Beef recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

515

Sugar

Fat

28g

Italian beef is a classic American-Italian dish that originated in Chicago. This sandwich is made with thinly sliced beef cooked in a flavorful broth made with Italian seasonings and pickled pepperoncini peppers. The beef is traditionally served on a long roll or hoagie bun and topped with cheese and giardiniera, a pickled vegetable salad. This recipe is a simplified and homemade version of the classic Italian beef sandwich, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner. It is known for its rich flavor and tender texture, making it a popular favorite in the Midwestern United States.

Instructions

1.	Sprinkle the Italian salad dressing mix over the beef and add it to a slow cooker.
2.	Pour a cup of water over the beef, followed by a jar of pepperoncini peppers (including the juice).
3.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or until the beef is tender and easy to shred.
4.	Shred the beef in the slow cooker, making sure to mix it well with the cooking liquid.
5.	Serve the Italian beef on hamburger buns, using a slotted spoon to scoop the beef onto the buns. Garnish with extra pepperoncini peppers if desired.

PROS

Homemade Italian Beef is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal or a party.

This recipe is easy to make and can be cooked in a slow cooker, making it a fuss-free meal.

The juicy and tender beef combined with the tangy and slightly spicy flavor of the pepperoncini peppers makes for a mouth-watering combination.

CONS

This recipe is relatively high in sodium due to the use of pre-packaged Italian salad dressing mix and jarred pepperoncini peppers.

It may not be suitable for individuals on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc, all essential nutrients for a healthy body.
The peppers used in this recipe are low in calories and high in vitamin C, which can boost the immune system and have antioxidant properties.

	3 pounds beef chuck roast
	3 packages dry Italian salad dressing mix
	1 cup water
	1 jar pepperoncini peppers
	8 hamburger buns , split