Name: Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks; 2 medium onions, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 cups low-sodium beef broth; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chunks of beef chuck slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables and a rich, savory tomato broth. Perfect for a cozy family meal, this recipe delivers classic flavors with minimal effort by using a slow cooker to meld spices, broth, and beef into a deliciously satisfying stew.

Ingredients

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Beef and Vegetables

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped

Seasonings and Broth

2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the beef: Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season the chunks generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
Sear the beef (optional): Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides to develop a deeper flavor and seal in juices. This step is optional but recommended for better taste.
Layer vegetables: Place the chopped onions, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery into the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a flavorful base for the beef.
Mix broth and seasonings: In a bowl, whisk together the low-sodium beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered vegetables.
Add beef to slow cooker: Place the seared or raw beef chunks on top of the broth and vegetable mixture. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
Cook low and slow: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours, or set to high and cook for 4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and flavors are well combined.
Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the cooked dish and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot over mashed potatoes or noodles for a classic Beef Manhattan experience.

Notes

For best flavor, sear the beef before slow cooking, but you can skip this step if short on time.
Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
You can add other root vegetables like parsnips or potatoes to the slow cooker if desired.
Use low-sodium broth to better control salt levels in the dish.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.