MOM'S ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES

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My mom made the best Italian beef. I've added to it over the years, but it's still her recipe. She made these sandwiches for family reunions, and there were never leftovers. -Mary McVey, Colfax, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 boneless beef rump roast or bottom round roast (2 pounds), halved
1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds), halved
1 beef sirloin tip roast (1 pound)
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups water
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix
1 envelope zesty Italian salad dressing mix
1 envelope (0.87 ounce) brown gravy mix
1 to 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
16 hoagie buns, split
Sliced provolone cheese, optional
Giardiniera, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown each roast in oil on all sides. Drain. Transfer meat to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Combine the water, onion, garlic, salad dressing and gravy mixes, pepper flakes, Italian seasoning and Worcestershire sauce; pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Remove beef; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Pour juices into a large bowl. Shred beef with 2 forks; add to bowl. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup on each bun. Top with cheese and giardiniera if desired. Freeze option: Cool meat and juices; transfer to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a Dutch oven; heat through. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup on each bun. Top with cheese and giardiniera if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

rochelle thundercloud
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These sandwiches were a little bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the au jus was amazing. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


Puspita Sarker
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the sandwiches turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Kamalaker Kamalaker
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These sandwiches were delicious! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


jashwa king
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I'm a big fan of Italian beef sandwiches, and these were some of the best I've ever had. The beef was cooked to perfection, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Xavier Valladolid
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I made these sandwiches for a party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


Naira Yasir
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These sandwiches were a little bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the au jus was amazing. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


Jahangir hossin
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the sandwiches turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


obiora anointing
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These sandwiches were delicious! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


Anju Paudel
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I'm a big fan of Italian beef sandwiches, and these were some of the best I've ever had. The beef was cooked to perfection, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Jegathis
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I made these sandwiches for a party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


Angela Smith
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These sandwiches were a little bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the au jus was amazing. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


M Ayaan
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these sandwiches without any problems. The instructions were easy to follow, and the sandwiches turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will def


Zohaib jameel
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I made these sandwiches for my husband for lunch, and he loved them! He said they were the best Italian beef sandwiches he's ever had. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the au jus was the perfect dipping sauce. I will definitely be making the


Gta Miha Lol
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the sandwiches turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I served the sandwiches with provolone cheese and giardiniera, and they were a hit with my guests.


Takori Minambare
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These sandwiches were so easy to make, and they turned out so well! The beef was cooked to perfection, and the au jus was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


Jibon Gaming94
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I'm not a big fan of Italian beef sandwiches, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The sandwiches were delicious, and the au jus was amazing. I'll definitely be making these again.


Taizol Islam
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These sandwiches were a huge hit with my family! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the au jus was the perfect dipping sauce. I will definitely be making these again.