Italian Beef with a Kick
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with "Italian Beef with a Kick," a hearty and flavor-packed recipe that takes classic Italian beef to the next level. Perfectly seasoned beef chuck roast is slow-cooked to tender perfection with a mouthwatering blend of Italian seasoning, garlic and onion powders, and crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick. The savory magic intensifies with the addition of tangy giardiniera and banana pepper rings, infusing every bite with bold, zesty flavors. Served on warm, lightly toasted hoagie rolls and topped with gooey provolone cheese, this dish is a comfort food dream come true. Ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare with a hands-off slow cooker method and promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Don’t miss out on this ultimate Italian-American sandwich experience that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Italian beef, spicy beef sandwich, slow cooker beef, giardiniera recipe, provolone cheese sandwich.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup Giardiniera (mild or spicy)
- 0.5 cup Banana pepper rings
- 6 pieces Hoagie rolls
- 6 slices Provolone cheese slices
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season it generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side. This step locks in the flavor.
Place the seared beef into a slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
Add the giardiniera and banana pepper rings to the slow cooker, spreading them evenly over the beef.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once cooked, transfer the beef to a cutting board and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the hoagie rolls open and fill each with a generous portion of the shredded beef mixture. Top with a slice of provolone cheese.
Wrap each sandwich in aluminum foil and place them in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is warm and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven, unwrap, and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful 'Italian Beef with a Kick' sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 344.0 g | 441% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.0 g | 680% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1111 mg | 370% | |
| Sodium | 11908 mg | 518% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.8 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 341.0 g | 682% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2182 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 58.5 mg | 325% | |
| Potassium | 4800 mg | 102% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
