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Hearty Comfort Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan Recipe

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Hearty Comfort Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a classic, comforting dish featuring tender slow-cooked beef chuck roast smothered in rich brown gravy, served atop creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this recipe uses simple ingredients and slow cooker convenience for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Beef and Gravy

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix (about 1 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Serving

  • 3 cups mashed potatoes, prepared

Instructions

  1. Season the beef: Generously season the beef chuck roast on all sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to enhance the flavor of the meat.
  2. Prepare the slow cooker: Place the sliced onion evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker. Lay the seasoned beef roast on top of the onions to build flavor from the base.
  3. Mix and pour gravy: In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy mix, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
  4. Slow cook the beef: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on the low setting for 8 hours, or until the beef becomes tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  5. Thicken the gravy (optional): Remove the beef from the slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little cold water to make a slurry, then whisk it into the cooking liquid to thicken the gravy. Return the shredded beef to the thickened gravy and stir to coat.
  6. Serve: Plate a generous scoop of prepared mashed potatoes, top with shredded beef, and ladle plenty of rich gravy over the top for the classic Beef Manhattan experience.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider searing the beef roast in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes per side before adding to the slow cooker.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, adjust the amount of cornstarch slurry accordingly.
  • Use leftover mashed potatoes or prepare fresh for best results.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat well in the microwave or on stovetop.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings but may require a larger slow cooker or longer cooking time.

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