This slow cooker Italian beef recipe is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The tender, flavorful beef and rich gravy make it a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Beef round or rump roast | 5 lb |
| Italian dressing seasoning | 2 1-oz packages |
| Salt | 2 tsp |
| Ground black pepper | 2 tsp |
| Dried oregano | 2 tsp |
| Dried basil | 2 tsp |
| Powdered onion | 2 tsp |
| Dried parsley | 2 tsp |
| Garlic powder | 2 ½ tsp |
| Bay leaves | 2 |
| Water | 3 cups |
Instructions:
- Make seasoning mixture:Â Combine water, Italian dressing seasoning, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, onion, parsley, and garlic powder in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Cook beef:Â Place roast in a 6-quart slow cooker. Pour boiling seasoning mixture over the roast. Cover and cook on low for 9 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred beef:Â Remove bay leaves. Shred beef with two forks inside the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for another 30 minutes.
- Serve:Â Serve on sub sandwich buns with cheese and other toppings. Broil in oven for 1-2 minutes to melt cheese.
Enjoy your delicious slow cooker Italian beef!