Name: Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 370 min
Ingredients: 2 to 3 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into large chunks); 1 packet onion soup mix; 1 packet brown gravy mix; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes; 6 to 8 slices prepared garlic toast

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This slow cooker beef Manhattan is a delicious and comforting dinner idea that your entire family will enjoy. Tender beef that is slow-cooked in a savory au jus and then served on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes and crunchy garlic bread.

One of my favorite things about this simple recipe is that the crock pot does all the work. You can set it and forget and come back to a hearty meal at the end of the day. So, that means that this recipe is perfect for busy weekdays when you need something on the table in a hurry.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

When it comes to comfort food, beef Manhattan is a classic.
It’s rich and flavorful, yet simple enough for even inexperienced cooks to make with ease.
With this slow cooker version, you can set it up in the morning and have dinner ready by the time you get home from work or school.
Plus, since it’s cooked low and slow, the beef turns out incredibly tender and flavorful.

If you love tasty and easy slow cooker recipes like this one then you may also enjoy this Slow Cooker Brisket recipe.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need a few simple ingredients to help you make this savory recipe. All of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store so you don’t have to worry about spending a lot of time tracking down specialty ingredients.

beef chuck roast
onion soup mix
brown gravy mix
red wine vinegar
prepared mashed potatoes
prepared garlic toast

Equipment

You only need a couple of kitchen tools to help you make this hearty meal. Gather these tools and get ready to dive into this classic comfort food.

7 quart slow cooker, that’s the one I used and love!
baking sheet – great non stick with silicone handles, this is for the garlic toast

How to Make Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Making this slow cooker recipe is so simple. Just follow the steps below or in the recipe card at the bottom of the post and you will have a hearty meal that your entire family will enjoy in no time at all.

Step 1: Add the ingredients to the slow cooker

Place the chuck roast pieces into a 7 quart slow cooker (That’s the one I used, I love it!) Sprinkle the onion soup mix and brown gravy mix over the roast. Pour the red wine vinegar over the top.

Step 2: Cook the beef

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. And, then shred the beef with two forks.

Step 3: Assemble the plates

On a plate, place the toast. Add a layer of mashed potatoes on the toast and top with the beef and au jus.

Storage

Store leftover beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also store leftover mashed potatoes and garlic bread in the fridge separate from the meat.

Freezing – The beef can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. However, it is not recommended to freeze the mashed potatoes.

Reheating – To reheat the beef, place it in a skillet over medium heat and cook until warmed through. Or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

What to Serve with Beef Manhattan

Here are a few of my favorite side dishes and a dessert to savory with this savory meal.

Substitutions and Additions

Here are a few different ways that you can personalize or change up this recipe to suit your family’s taste buds.

Add a touch of heat by adding in some chili flakes or red pepper flakes.
For a smokier flavor, add in smoked paprika.
Substitute the red wine vinegar for balsamic vinegar.
Add in mushrooms or other vegetables like bell peppers and carrots.
Top with shredded cheese such as cheddar, mozzarella, or parmesan.

Pro Tips

Here are a few tips that you can use to ensure that this recipe turns out perfectly for you every time that you make it.

You can use homemade mashed potatoes or to save a little time pick up the premade kind at your local grocery store.
I like to use the frozen Texas Toast at the store, but you could use homemade garlic or your favorite type instead.
I like to spray my slow cooker with some nonstick cooking spray, but you could use a slow cooker liner.
Add a cornstarch slurry to your beef after you shred it, and then allow it to cook for another 5 minutes or so if you want to thicken your au jus.

FAQs

Do you have questions about this slow cooker beef manhattan recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.

Where does beef manhattan get its name?

Beef Manhattan is named after Navel Ordinance Plant workers who were trained in Manhattan. That is where they started eating open faced sandwiches like this one. And, then name stuck.

What type of roast is best for this recipe?

I like to use chuck roast for this recipe because it turns out incredibly tender after slow cooking. But you could also use a rump roast or your favorite cut of beef.

Can this recipe be doubled?

Yes, this recipe can easily be doubled or even tripled for larger families or when entertaining. You will just need to use a larger slow cooker.

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