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The Best Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

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The Best Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a cozy, diner-style comfort food featuring tender shredded beef over mashed potatoes and thick bread, all smothered in rich brown gravy. This slow cooker version makes it easy to prepare a hearty meal with minimal effort—perfect for chilly evenings or Sunday suppers.

Ingredients

  • 2–3 lb chuck roast or beef stew meat
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1–2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (for thickening)
  • 4–6 servings mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4–6 slices thick-cut white or sourdough bread
  • Optional: butter, parsley, or extra gravy for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Season beef with salt, pepper, and thyme, then place on top of the onions.
  3. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add the bay leaf and cover.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4–5 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf. Shred beef using two forks and return it to the juices.
  6. Stir in a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch + water), cover, and cook on high for 15–20 minutes until gravy thickens.
  7. To serve, lay a slice of bread on each plate, top with mashed potatoes, then shredded beef and gravy.

Notes

  • Use leftover pot roast and make fresh gravy if short on time.
  • Try garlic or cheesy mashed potatoes for added flavor.
  • Toasted rye or sourdough adds a rustic twist to the base.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms for a heartier gravy.
  • Make a turkey version for a holiday-style spin.

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