Best 5 Sweet Savory Slow Cooked Beef Recipes

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Are you seeking a dish that harmonizes the exquisite flavors of sweetness and savoriness while infusing the meat with an irresistibly tender texture? Look no further than our curated selection of slow-cooked beef recipes. Embark on a culinary journey where rich, braised beef mingles with aromatic spices, tangy sauces, and a touch of sweetness. Discover how to transform affordable cuts into fall-apart tender masterpieces that will tantalize your taste buds and captivate your family and friends.

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SWEET & SAVORY SLOW-COOKED BEEF



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There's plenty of sweet and a little heat from the chipotle pepper in this family-friendly shredded beef. Add your favorite barbecue sauce or stir things up each time you make it by varying the flavor to see which way you like it best. -David Kleiman, New Bedford, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 beef top round roast (4 pounds)
1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons steak sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon pepper
16 onion rolls, split

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half; place in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine the barbecue sauce, water, brown sugar, chipotle pepper, Worcestershire sauce, steak sauce, soy sauce and seasonings. Pour over meat., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast and cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred meat with 2 forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 974mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SAVORY SLOW COOKER BEEF TIPS



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A few minutes to prepare this yummy dinner that the family will eat right up!! Serve over rice.

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds beef stew meat
2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced cremini mushrooms
1 cup ginger ale

Steps:

  • Place beef in a slow cooker. Stir cream of mushroom soup, dry onion soup mix, onion, garlic, cremini mushrooms, and ginger ale in a bowl until thoroughly combined and pour the mixture over the beef.
  • Cover, set slow cooker to High, and cook for 1 hour; turn cooker down to Low and cook for 5 more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 79.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1150.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

SWEET AND SAVORY BRISKET



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The mixture sounds weird but it is actually very good. You can add potatoes and carrots if you want during the last couple of hours. This is a good recipe if you aren't going to be home all day to watch it.

Provided by mazzypants

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Roast Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) beef brisket, visible fat trimmed
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup grape jelly
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut brisket in half across the grain and place a half into a slow cooker. Spread with half the ketchup and grape jelly; sprinkle with half the dry onion soup mix. Place remaining piece of brisket on top of the first piece and repeat spreading with remaining ketchup, grape jelly, and onion soup mix. Sprinkle black pepper into cooker.
  • Cover the cooker and cook on Low until meat is very tender, 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 91.1 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 921.7 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

SWEET AND SAVORY BRISKET



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I like this recipe not only because it makes such tender and flavorful beef, but because it takes advantage of a slow cooker. It's wonderful to come home from work and have this mouthwatering dish waiting for you. The beef doubles as a warm sandwich filling, too.-Chris Snyder, Boulder, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 beef brisket (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut in half
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup grape jelly
1 envelope onion soup mix
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place half of the brisket in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, jelly, soup mix and pepper; spread half over meat. Top with the remaining meat and ketchup mixture. , Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Slice brisket; serve with cooking juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKED SWEET AND SAVORY RIBS



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Make and share this Slow-Cooked Sweet and Savory Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pork

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large onion, sliced and separated into rings
2 1/2-3 lbs country-style boneless pork ribs
1 (18 ounce) bottle honey barbecue sauce
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place onion rings into a 5-quart slow-cooker.
  • Place ribs on top of onions.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over ribs.
  • Cover; cook on LOW for 8-9 hours or until the meat is tender.

Tips

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast, brisket, or short ribs are good choices for slow cooking.
  • Brown the beef before cooking: This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
  • Add liquid to the pot: This will help to keep the beef moist.
  • Cook the beef on low heat for a long period of time: This will help to tenderize the beef and develop the flavors.
  • Season the beef with salt and pepper, or add a rub or marinade before cooking.
  • Serve the beef with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion

Slow-cooked beef is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover beef or to make a meal ahead of time. With a little planning and effort, you can easily create a slow-cooked beef dish that your family and friends will love.

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