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Beef Manhattan

Delicious Beef Manhattan: Comfort Food in Your Slow Cooker

Hearty Beef Manhattan is a comforting dish featuring tender beef simmered in rich gravy, perfect for busy weeknights with family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Heart of the dish, providing flavor and tenderness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Fresh ground is best
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic
Gravy
  • 1 large Onion Sweetness and depth; can use shallots or leeks
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium versions are healthier
  • 1 packet Brown Gravy Mix Consider homemade for cleaner ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can substitute
For Serving
  • 4 cups Prepared Mashed Potatoes Instant saves time
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Optional for thickening gravy

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Generously season the beef chuck roast with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Layer the sliced onion evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Carefully place the seasoned chuck roast on top of the onions.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the roast.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
  7. Remove the beef and optionally thicken the gravy with a cornstarch slurry.
  8. Shred the beef and return it to the gravy in the slow cooker.
  9. Serve over prepared mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, season generously, avoid overcrowding, and allow full cooking time for tenderness.

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