SLOW-COOKER MAKE-AHEAD BEEF
Succulent shredded beef is like money in the bank when it comes to dinner. It means you can go from a burrito to pasta to sandwiches in the blink of an eye. Here's how we use this recipe to its full potential: Pick up the boneless beef chuck roast when it's on sale or when there's a busy week ahead. It's a versatile meal starter and can save money that might otherwise be spent on emergency pizza delivery or unsatisfying drive-through meals. When you've got a few extra minutes to spend in the kitchen, sear the beef and toss it in the slow cooker. Once the meat is done, it's simple enough to shred it and parcel it up into packages that are the right size for all kinds of family meals.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 7h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add roast; turn to coat.
- Heat 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef roast; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides.
- Transfer to slow cooker; pour 1/4 cup water over roast. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until beef is tender and easy to shred.
- Transfer beef to cutting board; cool slightly. Shred beef, discarding any pieces of fat. Toss beef with 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Discard remaining liquid.
- To Freeze: Divide beef into 2 portions (about 2 cups each). Place each portion in freezer container or resealable freezer plastic bag. Label with date. Cover and refrigerate until completely cooled, at least 1 hour. Transfer to freezer; freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight or until completely thawed. Use in recipes calling for cooked shredded beef.
- To Make in Oven: Heat oven to 325°F. In large bowl, mix oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add roast; turn to coat. Heat 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef roast; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides. Pour 1 cup water over roast. Cover and roast 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, or until meat thermometer inserted in center of roast reads 190°F and beef is tender enough to shred easily. Remove from oven; let rest until cool enough to handle, about 30 minutes. Shred meat with 2 forks, discarding fat and cartilage as you go. Toss shredded beef in 1/2 cup of the pan liquid to coat. Discard remaining pan liquid. Freeze and thaw as directed above.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1/2 g
MAKE-AHEAD SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW
Served with fresh bread and a salad, this hearty beef stew is a family favorite. It can be made fresh, browning the meat then tossing all the ingredients together in the slow cooker, or it can be prepared ahead of time for freezing and quick assembly for a quick crock pot meal when you need it! I like to make fresh stew, but double the ingredients and freeze the second portion for a quick dose of comfort food mid-week.
Provided by BusySpoons
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 4h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine the flour, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, seasoned salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a large, resealable plastic bag. Add the beef, and seal the bag. Shake the bag thoroughly to coat the beef with seasoned flour.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Shake the excess seasoning off the beef, then stir the beef into the hot skillet with the onion and mushrooms. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease.
- Place the beef mixture into a slow cooker. Place the potatoes, carrots, celery, garlic, Marsala wine, and Worcestershire sauce into the cooker with the beef mixture. Pour the beef broth and tomatoes into the cooker, and stir in the onion soup mix and 1 more teaspoon of smoked paprika. Cook on High for 4 to 6 hours, or on Low for 10 to 12 hours. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- For a thicker stew, combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Gradually stir the mixture into the stew until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1110.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
EASY ITALIAN BEEF (MAKE-AHEAD FREEZER MEAL)
This recipe couldn't be easier. It's moist, tender, and full of flavor-it tastes better than pot roast! This slow cooker dish was created as a make-ahead freezer meal, but can easily be made from start to finish at one time (see Notes). Serve on crusty Italian bread and turn leftovers into a tasty ragu sauce!
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories Slow Cooker Beef Main Dishes
Time 5h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut chuck roast into 5 pieces and place in a 1-gallon, resealable freezer bag.
- Drain pepperoncinis and reserve 1/4 cup of the liquid. Add peppers to the freezer bag.
- Whisk reserved liquid with Italian dressing mix and olive oil. Pour mixture over the beef and peppers. Tightly seal the bag and mix the contents until well combined. Lay flat in the freezer and freeze for up to one month.
- When ready to cook, remove bag from the freezer and allow contents to partially thaw until they can be broken apart, about 1 hour.
- Empty bag into a slow cooker. Cook until meat is tender and shreds easily with a fork, on Low for 8 to 10 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours.
- Remove meat and shred with a fork. Return meat to the pot and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 122.7 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 1636.6 mg
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