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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Savory Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

Enjoy this Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan, a comforting classic with tender beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and rich gravy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Roast Chuck or round roast works well.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Homemade broth or bouillon can be used.
For the Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used for a bolder taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium version if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional if fresh onions are unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Optional for low-sodium diets.
For Thickening and Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with cold water to create slurry.
  • 4 slices Bread White or Texas toast style.
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes Homemade or pre-prepared.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan
  1. Start by placing the sliced onion at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Gently lay the beef roast on top of the onions.
  3. Carefully pour the beef broth over the roast, followed by the Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce.
  4. Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt uniformly over the beef roast.
  5. Cover your slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for about 8 hours or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours.
  6. Remove the beef roast and shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water and stir this mixture into the warm beef broth in the slow cooker.
  8. When ready to serve, place a slice of toasted bread on each plate, top it with mashed potatoes, shredded beef, and gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For busy weeknights, prepare ingredients the night before. Consider adding carrots or peas for additional nutrients.

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