Beef Manhattan with Mashed Potatoes and Garlic Toast Recipe
Beef Manhattan is a comforting slow-cooked dish featuring tender shredded chuck roast smothered in rich brown gravy and onion soup mix, served over garlic toast with a side of creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty meal combines savory flavors and melt-in-your-mouth beef, perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 6 hours (high)
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 6 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasonings
- 3 pound chuck roast (can use 3–4 lbs.)
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
Gravy Mix
- 1 oz. packet brown gravy mix
- 1 oz. packet onion soup mix
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
To Serve
- Mashed potatoes (homemade or store bought)
- Garlic toast (such as frozen Texas Toast)
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Season the Beef: Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes on each side until it develops a rich browned crust, locking in juices.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Place the seared chuck roast at the bottom of the slow cooker, which will gently cook the beef over time.
- Add Seasonings and Liquid: Evenly sprinkle the brown gravy mix and onion soup mix over the roast. Pour in the red wine vinegar to add acidity and depth to the sauce.
- Slow Cook the Beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours until the beef is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred and Combine: Remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks. Return shredded beef to the slow cooker, stir it into the flavorful gravy, and let it warm for an additional 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble and Serve: Place a serving of mashed potatoes on a slice of garlic toast. Spoon the shredded beef and gravy generously on top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For best flavor, sear the beef before slow cooking to develop a deep, rich crust.
- You can prepare mashed potatoes from scratch or use store-bought for convenience.
- Garlic toast can be made fresh or use frozen Texas Toast as a time saver.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently.
- Adding a splash of red wine instead of vinegar can add extra depth to the gravy.
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