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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

Savory Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan: A Cozy Comfort Dish

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Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a comforting dish featuring tender beef in savory broth, served over mashed potatoes and toasted bread.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Roast Choose chuck or round for the best tenderness and flavor.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced; adds sweetness and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For an aromatic touch.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Intensifies onion taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Infuses earthy notes.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Opt for low-sodium to control salt.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Enhances the savory profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens the gravy.
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Water For slurry.
For Serving
  • 6 slices Bread White or Texas toast.
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes Homemade or prepared.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the sliced onion at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Next, take your beef roast and lay it gently on top of the onions.
  3. Pour the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce over the meat.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt evenly over the top of the beef.
  5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours.
  6. Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the beef from the slow cooker using tongs.
  7. To prepare the gravy, strain the onions from the broth and return the liquid to the slow cooker.
  8. For serving, layer sliced bread on each plate, then spoon fluffy mashed potatoes over the bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Sear the beef roast before adding it to enhance flavor. Check tenderness after certain cooking times to avoid overcooking.

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