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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a heartwarming and customizable dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Roast or brisket for different flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic (1-2 cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust if using salted broth
For the Broth
  • 1 large Onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth for lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce soy sauce can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce use low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Italian seasoning for variation
For the Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch essential for thickening
  • 1 cup Cold Water to create slurry
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Bread or whole-grain for added fiber
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes leave some skins on for texture

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice a large onion and place the pieces at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Lay your seasoned beef roast on top of the onions, pressing gently.
  3. Pour in enough beef broth to cover about half of the beef roast.
  4. Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt over the roast.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours.
  7. Remove the beef roast and let it rest for a few minutes.
  8. Shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
  9. Remove onion pieces from the broth using a slotted spoon.
  10. Mix cornstarch with cold water to form a slurry and stir into the broth.
  11. Cook on HIGH for about 10 minutes until gravy thickens.
  12. Layer slices of bread on plates, top with mashed potatoes, and shredded beef.
  13. Ladle the thick gravy over everything and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Quality beef matters; allow beef to rest before shredding for juiciness.

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