Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan
Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is the quintessential comfort food, featuring tender beef chuck simmered in a savory gravy and served over creamy mashed potatoes. This easy-to-make dish fills your home with an irresistible aroma, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can set it to cook and enjoy a hearty meal without fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mashed potatoes for serving
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into large chunks.
- Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Place the seasoned beef in the slow cooker along with the sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook on low for about 6 hours or high for about 3 hours.
- To thicken the gravy, remove some liquid from the slow cooker, mix with flour or cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then whisk back into the pot.
- Serve beef and gravy over fluffy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider searing the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. Add vegetables like carrots or celery for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.