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Hearty Comfort Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Hearty Comfort Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan for Cozy Dinners

Hearty Comfort Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a rich and easy-to-make stew that offers warmth and nostalgia, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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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: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Well-marbled for tender results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground adds more complexity.
For the Gravy
  • 1 large Onion Sliced.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium for better control of saltiness.
  • 1 packet Brown Gravy Mix Can substitute with homemade beef stock.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce For umami flavor.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes Instant or scratch-made.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can use fresh minced garlic for stronger flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Optional for thickening sauce.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Slice the onions and layer them evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, and Worcestershire sauce, then pour over the beef.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 8 hours.
  5. To thicken the gravy, remove the beef and whisk in a cornstarch slurry, then cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Shred the beef with two forks and return it to the gravy, stirring gently.
  7. Serve over prepared mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose a well-marbled beef chuck roast for the best results. Layer onions in the slow cooker for even cooking, and consider adjusting seasonings based on taste preferences.

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