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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: Comfort Food Made Easy

Discover the ultimate comfort in Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan, a tender beef dish rich with savory flavor and perfect for busy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 475

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Substitute with brisket or round roast if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for browning the beef.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Can be substituted with shallots.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use minced or crushed garlic.
  • 4 medium Potatoes Sweet potatoes are a nice alternative.
  • 2 cups Baby Carrots Feel free to use other root vegetables.
For the Broth and Seasonings
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Substitute with vegetable broth if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Ensure gluten-free if required.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used; increase slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used; use less.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to dietary needs.
For Serving
  • 6 slices Bread Opt for gluten-free bread if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Used for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the beef by heating olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper. Brown each side for 4-5 minutes and transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Combine beef broth and Worcestershire sauce in the skillet, scraping up browned bits and adding thyme and rosemary. Season to taste.
  4. Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. Add chopped potatoes and baby carrots, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are fork-tender.
  6. Prepare the bread by toasting slices until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve the beef and vegetables over toasted bread, drizzling with gravy and garnishing with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 530IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to follow expert tips for thicker gravy and adjust cooking time if substituting other meats. Store leftovers properly for best preservation.

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