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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

A comforting and hearty meal featuring tender beef chuck roast slow-cooked in savory gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes and garlic bread. This dish practically cooks itself and is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Midwest
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into large chunks
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes homemade or store-bought
  • 6 slices garlic bread prepared and toasted

Equipment

  • 4-quart slow cooker
  • Two forks for shredding

Method
 

  1. Place the beef chuck roast pieces in a 4-quart slow cooker, ensuring pieces are evenly distributed.
  2. Sprinkle the onion soup mix and brown gravy mix evenly over the beef.
  3. Pour the apple cider vinegar over the beef and seasoning mix.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker.
  6. Layer 1 to 2 slices of garlic bread on each plate.
  7. Place a generous serving of mashed potatoes on top of the garlic bread.
  8. Pile the shredded beef generously on top of the mashed potatoes.
  9. Drizzle with gravy and serve immediately.

Notes

For thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with cold water and stir into slow cooker during last 30 minutes of cooking. Choose a well-marbled beef chuck roast for best results. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days in refrigerator or up to 3 months in freezer.
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