Slow Cooker Mushroom and Onion Italian Beef
Indulge in the comfort of Slow Cooker Mushroom and Onion Italian Beef, a hearty dish that brings together tender beef, savory mushrooms, and sweet onions, all infused with aromatic Italian herbs. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or casual weeknight meals. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you enjoy your day. The result? A mouthwatering dish that’s delicious on its own or piled high on a crusty sub sandwich. Enjoy the rich flavors that make every bite satisfying and comforting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.75 – 3 lbs rump roast
- 1 large yellow onion
- 8 oz baby portobello mushrooms
- 1 lb garlic bulb
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 Tbsp dry oregano
- 1 Tbsp dry thyme
- 2 Tbsp dry parsley
- 2 Tbsp dry basil
- 1/2 Tbsp white granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp coarse or sea salt
- 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- Beef stock (about 4-5 cups)
Instructions
- Heat beef stock in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in oregano, thyme, parsley, basil, salt, red pepper flakes, and sugar.
- Place the rump roast in the slow cooker; poke holes in it and insert peeled garlic cloves.
- Slice the onion and chop the mushrooms; add them to the slow cooker around the beef.
- Pour the prepared stock mixture over everything in the slow cooker.
- Securely close the lid; cook on low for 8-10 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Remove beef using tongs; shred with two forks and mix with cooked vegetables.
- Reserve cooking juices for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg