Maybe it’s because I live sort of close to Chicago, maybe it’s because I can totally see myself as a little old Italian woman in another life. I’m not sure, but I am going to tell you right now. I love Italian Beef, a whole lot! This recipe isn’t so much about lightening it up. It’s meat with flavor. You season it right, you portion it out, and you’re golden. I make this meal at least twice a month because it’s so easy, so delicious, and makes everyone in my home very, very happy.
I’ve been eating a version of this Italian Beef since I was youngin’! My mom was the same, there was always a pot of Italian beef on our menu at least once a month if not more and we always looked forward to it! The secret to making a really good pot of Italian beef is slowly cooking it for a very long period of time. I use the slow cooker because in my world, that is the easiest way to slow cook something without worrying about it on the stove. I put this in the slow cooker before I go to bed the evening before having it for dinner the next day. Doing this ensures the most tender and flavorful beef on this side of the Mississippi… I promise.
It’s always funny to me that Italian Beef isn’t a thing everywhere. Some people have never tasted a good ol’ Italian Beef sandwich and to me that’s blasphemy! I shared a photo of a pot full not too long ago on an Instagram post and some friends were calling it Mississippi Pot Roast. Friends, this is not Mississippi Pot Roast! I’ve actually never tried that recipe, but I know it calls for a stick of butter and ranch dressing mix. It sounds pretty delicious, but I know there’s no way it tastes like a delicious pot of Italian Beef, but you know what, maybe it’s the Italian Beef of the South! I can jump on board with that idea. I honestly couldn’t believe that I haven’t shared this with you yet, mostly because it is such a staple meal in our home. I hope y’all love it so much!
Another reason I love this pot o’ beef is because it can be so versatile. I use it in a number of different ways over a couple of days throughout the week, even though sandwiches are our personal favorite. Sometimes, when I am trying to eat a little less carbs I grab a bowl, place some beef inside and top with a generous helping of mozzarella cheese. Honestly, I’ve only tried doing a low carb diet a few times, but when I did this recipe was always, always on the menu when I tried to do the whole low carb thing.
Oh! Don’t forget the pepperoncinis! Mmmm mmm, goodness it’s good. Another way I enjoy this is on top of a bed of rice or mashed potatoes! It’s delicious and I’m so glad I’ve perfected it because I believe everyone should have a really good Italian Beef recipe in their arsenal. Now if you don’t have one, here you go! My gift to you. Enjoy!
In just a few quick minutes you’ll…
Grab a beef chuck roast. Some people use bottom round roast too. I personally like the chuck roast more!
Excuse the photo- odd, I know, but trim as much of the fat off that you can! I find there’s really only a few spots, and it’s pretty easy to trim.
Place it in a slow cooker.
Sprinkle this stuff on top of the roast!
Then add a little salt, a little pepper, a few cloves of chopped garlic, a bayleaf, and some pepperoncinis!
Pour in about three cups of low sodium beef broth. Don’t mix it up, just put the cover on and forget about it. Literally, forget about it for at least 16 hours. I’ve honestly left it in there for almost 24 hours before and it is just as tender as can be.
Not super photogenic after 16 hours, but holy cow, have you smelled your house? It tastes even better than the smell. I promise.
Remove from the liquid and shred it with two forks! Resist the urge to try it, ha! I’m just kidding. I totally can’t. Add about 1 cup of the broth from the slow cooker and mix it in. The beef will soak it up and add even more flavor.
And you’re done! The ways to eat it are positively endless, Stuff it in a toasty roll with some mozzarella, scoop it on top of a mountain of Homestyle Tater Cauli Mash, or just all by it’s lonesome because it’s really that delicious.
Fun Fact: When we go to order a Italian Beef somewhere you can ask for it “Dipped” I personally don’t do it this way, but my mama and Eric cannot have it any other way. So, If you’re making a sandwich go ahead and “dip it” in the broth in the crockpot and enjoy life to it’s fullest.
mmmmmm.. mountain of Italian Beef…
I’ll admit I took a few too many close ups of the sandwich I had for dinner the other night, but ya guys just don’t understand yet. It’s so delicious. I can’t wait for you to find out for yourselves. Let me know if you like it and I hope you enjoy!
With love from my kitchen to yours,
Star
Italian Beef
Ingredients
- 3 lb boneless chuck roast , trimmed of fat
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup pepperoncinis + extra for garnish , optional
- 3 cups beef broth , low sodium if available
Instructions
- In a slow cooker place chuck roast and top with kosher salt, pepper, Italian seasoning packet, minced garlic, bay leaf, and pepperoncinis. Pour beef broth over it. Cover, set to low, and cook for 16-20 hours.
Recipe Notes
Serving Size: 3 oz
5 Freestyle Smart Points (calculated with Weight Watchers Recipe Builder)
5 Smart Points (calculated with Weight Watchers Recipe Builder)
4 Points Plus (calculated with My Score Plus app)
168 calories 11g fat, 4.9g saturated fat, 0 carbohydrates, 0 fiber, 0 sugar, 16.3g protein (calculated with My Fitness Pal)
Erin Merrill says
03/26/2019 at 12:22 amThis recipe was absolutely amazing! It isn’t something that I naturally gravitate towards, but every other recipe I’ve made from you has been incredible… and I love the one-dish recipes. The flavor, the ease, the leftovers. I followed the recipe to a tee and it was just to die for… thank you!
Sara says
01/06/2019 at 8:01 pmI use this same method for making super easy sharwma sandwiches by adjusting the spice mix (cumin, onion, allspice, etc) and then crisp it up in a skillet at the very end. Super good and easy in the crock pot!
Sheila says
12/07/2018 at 3:00 amMade it today! It was delicious!!! Thanks so much!
Star says
12/07/2018 at 3:53 amSo happy you enjoyed, Sheila!
Jenny says
08/26/2018 at 2:48 pmI just put everything in the crockpot and then saw that it needs to cook for 16+ hours. Is there any way to have it done quicker? Would it be okay to turn it on high instead? I don’t want to ruin it.
Star says
09/04/2018 at 8:15 pmHi Jenny- Sorry I’m just getting back to you, but the low and slow method is really the best method for this Italian Beef. You can most definitely put it on high for half the time, but it’s just not as good or nearly as tender.
Meghan says
04/19/2018 at 9:25 amI made this last night instead of my usual Mississippi Roast. I have to say this is so much better. Much lighter and not as salty. My husband had no idea I changed the recipe, just commented that it was much less fattier than previous roasts. This is going on permanent rotation in my house. Thank you for your great recipes. Chicken con Broccoli is up next.
Star says
04/21/2018 at 6:11 amA bunch’a people think that I am talking about that Mississippi Roast when I talk about Italian Beef and then I hear the ingredients and I’m like absolutely not. Haha! I’ve still never tried it to this day. I’m so happy you and your husband enjoyed. I hope you love the Chicken Con Broccoli! That is a serious favorite all around right now.
Meghan says
04/19/2018 at 9:25 amI made this last night instead of my usual Mississippi Roast. I have to say this is so much better. Much lighter and not as salty. My husband had no idea I changed the recipe, just commented that it was much less fattier than previous roasts. This is going on permanent rotation in my house. Thank you for your great recipes. Chicken con Broccoli is up next.
Star says
04/21/2018 at 6:11 amA bunch’a people think that I am talking about that Mississippi Roast when I talk about Italian Beef and then I hear the ingredients and I’m like absolutely not. Haha! I’ve still never tried it to this day. I’m so happy you and your husband enjoyed. I hope you love the Chicken Con Broccoli! That is a serious favorite all around right now.
Phyllis Kidd says
04/13/2018 at 6:56 pmI am from SC, born & raised. I had a coworker from Chicago, she talked about Italian Beef so descriptively that I could almost taste it! And…I’d still like to go to Chicago just to have it. I’m definitely making this as soon as possible. Thank you! (I think)
Phyllis Kidd says
04/13/2018 at 6:56 pmI am from SC, born & raised. I had a coworker from Chicago, she talked about Italian Beef so descriptively that I could almost taste it! And…I’d still like to go to Chicago just to have it. I’m definitely making this as soon as possible. Thank you! (I think)
Ally says
04/13/2018 at 6:34 amHow many servings does the 3lb roast make? Is the serving size weighed after it’s been cooked? I want to make this for next week’s meal prep and trying to figure out how many servings I’ll get.
Star says
04/13/2018 at 7:46 amHi Ally! It depends a little on how much “fat” you cut off of a 3 lb roast. I do weight after it is cooked because of this it doesn’t change by much, but it does change enough that I didn’t want to specify the servings. I’d say you should safely get 6 servings out of with no problem, there might be a lil extra! I hope you love this one. Let me know how it goes.
Ally says
04/13/2018 at 6:34 amHow many servings does the 3lb roast make? Is the serving size weighed after it’s been cooked? I want to make this for next week’s meal prep and trying to figure out how many servings I’ll get.
Star says
04/13/2018 at 7:46 amHi Ally! It depends a little on how much “fat” you cut off of a 3 lb roast. I do weight after it is cooked because of this it doesn’t change by much, but it does change enough that I didn’t want to specify the servings. I’d say you should safely get 6 servings out of with no problem, there might be a lil extra! I hope you love this one. Let me know how it goes.
Cindy says
03/17/2018 at 6:36 amI made this over night last night and woke up to an amazing aroma throughout the house. The beef is perfecty flavoured and oh so tender. Can’t wait to have it later on a nice crusty bun with some sauteed onions, mushrooms and garlic mayo!
Star says
03/17/2018 at 10:11 amI hope you love it so much, Cindy. I can just smell how wonderful your house smells right now!
Cindy says
03/17/2018 at 6:36 amI made this over night last night and woke up to an amazing aroma throughout the house. The beef is perfecty flavoured and oh so tender. Can’t wait to have it later on a nice crusty bun with some sauteed onions, mushrooms and garlic mayo!
Star says
03/17/2018 at 10:11 amI hope you love it so much, Cindy. I can just smell how wonderful your house smells right now!
Halley says
02/11/2018 at 4:16 pmLove all your recipes, they are not necessarily “diet” foods otherwise my husband wouldn’t touch it. He’s so excited to eat this tomorrow. I am going to start it tonight before bed and let it cook through during the work day tomorrow. Good to know the longer the better, just curious if it really needs 3 cups of liquid because I always feel like my crockpot has so much liquid when I’m done cooking.
Anyway, thanks keep posting pics on Instagram. I’m a huge fan, I feel like such a stalker but I need your creativity to get through weight watchers!
Star says
02/20/2018 at 3:54 pmHi there Halley! I am SO happy you and your husband are enjoying the recipes. I don’t really like to feel like I am eating “diet food” on a daily basis so I really try to make food that fits into a healthier lifestyle that can be attainable every day! Don’t feel like a stalker. Your support means the world to me.
Also, Yes, I use the 3 cups of beef broth and I feel as if there’s no very much left over in the pan after it’s done cooking. I would use it to be sure, but if you find it is too much maybe decrease it to two cups.
I hope you love it! Thanks again
Halley says
02/11/2018 at 4:16 pmLove all your recipes, they are not necessarily “diet” foods otherwise my husband wouldn’t touch it. He’s so excited to eat this tomorrow. I am going to start it tonight before bed and let it cook through during the work day tomorrow. Good to know the longer the better, just curious if it really needs 3 cups of liquid because I always feel like my crockpot has so much liquid when I’m done cooking.
Anyway, thanks keep posting pics on Instagram. I’m a huge fan, I feel like such a stalker but I need your creativity to get through weight watchers!
Star says
02/20/2018 at 3:54 pmHi there Halley! I am SO happy you and your husband are enjoying the recipes. I don’t really like to feel like I am eating “diet food” on a daily basis so I really try to make food that fits into a healthier lifestyle that can be attainable every day! Don’t feel like a stalker. Your support means the world to me.
Also, Yes, I use the 3 cups of beef broth and I feel as if there’s no very much left over in the pan after it’s done cooking. I would use it to be sure, but if you find it is too much maybe decrease it to two cups.
I hope you love it! Thanks again
Amanda says
02/05/2018 at 12:39 pmI couldn’t not comment on this. I made it for the first time over the weekend. It cooked for about ~17 hours total from Saturday into Sunday. The house smelled delicious! The taste was INCREDIBLE. So incredible that when my husband stepped away from his sandwich to fill the dog’s water bowl, I snuck a bite. This is incredibly flavorful and worth the wait. I am using the leftovers to make a skinny philly cheese steak pizza. And let’s be honest.. eat the rest with my hands.
Star says
02/08/2018 at 9:53 pmI am SO happy you loved this recipe! It’s a true family favorite and something I’ve enjoyed since I was young! I’ve eaten my FAIR SHARE straight out of the pot with my hands too. haha!
Amanda says
02/05/2018 at 12:39 pmI couldn’t not comment on this. I made it for the first time over the weekend. It cooked for about ~17 hours total from Saturday into Sunday. The house smelled delicious! The taste was INCREDIBLE. So incredible that when my husband stepped away from his sandwich to fill the dog’s water bowl, I snuck a bite. This is incredibly flavorful and worth the wait. I am using the leftovers to make a skinny philly cheese steak pizza. And let’s be honest.. eat the rest with my hands.
Star says
02/08/2018 at 9:53 pmI am SO happy you loved this recipe! It’s a true family favorite and something I’ve enjoyed since I was young! I’ve eaten my FAIR SHARE straight out of the pot with my hands too. haha!
Johnnie says
02/03/2018 at 9:07 pmI am making this for our super bowl party and I am so excited to try it! I doubled the recipe with 5 pounds of roast. My house smells amazing!!!! Thank you for the recipe!!
Johnnie says
02/03/2018 at 9:07 pmI am making this for our super bowl party and I am so excited to try it! I doubled the recipe with 5 pounds of roast. My house smells amazing!!!! Thank you for the recipe!!
Evelyn says
01/28/2018 at 7:43 amHow do you set your crock pot to 16 hours? Do you just reset it when you wake up in the morning? Mine only goes to 10 hours then goes onto the warm setting.
Thank you!
Star says
01/30/2018 at 4:32 pmYou can just set it to low then use a seperate kitchen timer or timer on your phone instead of setting the crockpot timer =)
Evelyn says
01/28/2018 at 7:43 amHow do you set your crock pot to 16 hours? Do you just reset it when you wake up in the morning? Mine only goes to 10 hours then goes onto the warm setting.
Thank you!
Star says
01/30/2018 at 4:32 pmYou can just set it to low then use a seperate kitchen timer or timer on your phone instead of setting the crockpot timer =)
Debra manino says
01/19/2018 at 5:59 pmI made this and it was absolutely delicious. We are having a Super Bowl party with lots of people and I wanted to make this for one of the dishes. Have you ever doubled the recipe in one crockpot and use 6 pounds of meat?
Star says
01/21/2018 at 9:12 amI’ve used a 5 pound roast and doubled the recipe. (I couldn’t find a larger roast!) It worked perfectly!
Debra manino says
01/19/2018 at 5:59 pmI made this and it was absolutely delicious. We are having a Super Bowl party with lots of people and I wanted to make this for one of the dishes. Have you ever doubled the recipe in one crockpot and use 6 pounds of meat?
Star says
01/21/2018 at 9:12 amI’ve used a 5 pound roast and doubled the recipe. (I couldn’t find a larger roast!) It worked perfectly!
Rhonda says
01/16/2018 at 5:48 pmCan the left overs be frozen? It’s jist me and my husband and I don’t want it to go to waste. Or is there another recipe that I can use the leftover meat in? Making this tonight, can’t wait for supper tomorrow!
Star says
01/21/2018 at 9:20 amYes! It can be frozen. Make sure it’s completely cook before freezing.
Rhonda says
01/16/2018 at 5:48 pmCan the left overs be frozen? It’s jist me and my husband and I don’t want it to go to waste. Or is there another recipe that I can use the leftover meat in? Making this tonight, can’t wait for supper tomorrow!
Star says
01/21/2018 at 9:20 amYes! It can be frozen. Make sure it’s completely cook before freezing.
Karen says
01/05/2018 at 11:54 amHave made this once before and it is easy and tastes spectacular!! Just put it on in the slow cooker so it’s going to be on the menu this week. Warms up/toasts very nicely in the toaster oven on 1/2 sheet of lavash (1 point) or a light flat out (2 points). Thank you so much for the delicious, easy recipes that already have the WW points calculated.
Star says
02/08/2018 at 10:10 pmI am SO happy you enjoy this, Karen!
Karen says
01/05/2018 at 11:54 amHave made this once before and it is easy and tastes spectacular!! Just put it on in the slow cooker so it’s going to be on the menu this week. Warms up/toasts very nicely in the toaster oven on 1/2 sheet of lavash (1 point) or a light flat out (2 points). Thank you so much for the delicious, easy recipes that already have the WW points calculated.
Star says
02/08/2018 at 10:10 pmI am SO happy you enjoy this, Karen!
Debi m says
12/03/2017 at 9:57 amI have been making a lot of your recipes. Last night was the Cajun chicken sausage and rice. So good. Tonight is this. Have you ever doubled this recipe to serve at parties?
Debi m says
12/03/2017 at 9:57 amI have been making a lot of your recipes. Last night was the Cajun chicken sausage and rice. So good. Tonight is this. Have you ever doubled this recipe to serve at parties?
Linda says
11/30/2017 at 10:05 pmThis looks wonderful. I have not heard of Italian beef. Are the pepperoncicis hot? I’m not a big fan of hot or spicy foods. Could you use red and green peppers?
Star says
12/01/2017 at 1:40 pmThey aren’t hot at all in my opinion, but thinly sliced red peppers strips would make a delicious substitute!
Star says
12/01/2017 at 1:40 pmThey aren’t hot at all in my opinion, but thinly sliced red peppers strips would make a delicious substitute!
Linda says
11/30/2017 at 10:05 pmThis looks wonderful. I have not heard of Italian beef. Are the pepperoncicis hot? I’m not a big fan of hot or spicy foods. Could you use red and green peppers?
Star says
12/01/2017 at 1:40 pmThey aren’t hot at all in my opinion, but thinly sliced red peppers strips would make a delicious substitute!
Star says
12/01/2017 at 1:40 pmThey aren’t hot at all in my opinion, but thinly sliced red peppers strips would make a delicious substitute!
Brooke says
11/05/2017 at 6:42 pmI made this for dinner tonight and it was so delicious! Even my picky husband liked it, he ate three sandwiches.
Brooke says
11/05/2017 at 6:42 pmI made this for dinner tonight and it was so delicious! Even my picky husband liked it, he ate three sandwiches.
Julie says
10/01/2017 at 11:13 pmMade this tonight for my hubby’s birthday and it was a hit! Thank-you!!
Star says
10/04/2017 at 11:08 amSo happy y’all enjoyed. Happy Belated Birthday to your hubby!
Julie says
10/01/2017 at 11:13 pmMade this tonight for my hubby’s birthday and it was a hit! Thank-you!!
Star says
10/04/2017 at 11:08 amSo happy y’all enjoyed. Happy Belated Birthday to your hubby!
Jessica says
09/27/2017 at 8:20 amHow do you toast your bread and melt the mozzarella so perfectly in the photos?
Star says
09/27/2017 at 9:53 amUmm I can’t remember the exact temp and time for this one, but I cut the roll in half put the sandwich open faced in the oven meat and cheese on one side. I usually do 400 for about 10-12 minutes so I am guessing that’s what I did. =)
Jessica says
09/27/2017 at 8:20 amHow do you toast your bread and melt the mozzarella so perfectly in the photos?
Star says
09/27/2017 at 9:53 amUmm I can’t remember the exact temp and time for this one, but I cut the roll in half put the sandwich open faced in the oven meat and cheese on one side. I usually do 400 for about 10-12 minutes so I am guessing that’s what I did. =)
Jenny says
09/03/2017 at 12:51 pmOh. My. Goodness. You guys, this is RIDICULOUSLY good. I made it for dinner last night, cooked it about 18 hours and then put the crockpot on warm until we were ready to eat. MY fiance was super excited when I told him we had enough for sandwiches today too. Im so glad I found your blog! I’ve also made your Biscuits and Gravy bake and HOLY COW, its delish! I ended up misreading the ingredients and I used a 17.5oz can of biscuits instead of ONE 7.5oz can. Whoops! I’ll be making it again witht the correct can though. =]
Star says
09/14/2017 at 10:08 amI am so happy you liked it, Jenny! Thanks so much for stopping by and giving it a review. I will have a look at B&G recipe and write it more clearly because I feel like a few people have done that now. I’m sorry about that! I’m so happy you enjoyed still though!
Jenny says
09/03/2017 at 12:51 pmOh. My. Goodness. You guys, this is RIDICULOUSLY good. I made it for dinner last night, cooked it about 18 hours and then put the crockpot on warm until we were ready to eat. MY fiance was super excited when I told him we had enough for sandwiches today too. Im so glad I found your blog! I’ve also made your Biscuits and Gravy bake and HOLY COW, its delish! I ended up misreading the ingredients and I used a 17.5oz can of biscuits instead of ONE 7.5oz can. Whoops! I’ll be making it again witht the correct can though. =]
Star says
09/14/2017 at 10:08 amI am so happy you liked it, Jenny! Thanks so much for stopping by and giving it a review. I will have a look at B&G recipe and write it more clearly because I feel like a few people have done that now. I’m sorry about that! I’m so happy you enjoyed still though!
Sara Wierimaa says
08/20/2017 at 8:42 amI made this and it was delicious! My fiancee love it as well. I was nervous to cook it so long but it turned out perfect and so flavorful. We will definitely be making again.
Star says
08/20/2017 at 8:56 pmSo happy you enjoyed! The long cooking time is basically the key to such a tender and flavorful roast!
Sara Wierimaa says
08/20/2017 at 8:42 amI made this and it was delicious! My fiancee love it as well. I was nervous to cook it so long but it turned out perfect and so flavorful. We will definitely be making again.
Star says
08/20/2017 at 8:56 pmSo happy you enjoyed! The long cooking time is basically the key to such a tender and flavorful roast!
Felecia says
08/13/2017 at 9:45 amI’m super excited to try this recipe! Could I make this in the instant lot?
Star says
08/14/2017 at 1:33 pmI’m positive that you can, but I don’t have a Instant Pot so I’m not sure on times. Sorry!
Felecia says
08/13/2017 at 9:45 amI’m super excited to try this recipe! Could I make this in the instant lot?
Star says
08/14/2017 at 1:33 pmI’m positive that you can, but I don’t have a Instant Pot so I’m not sure on times. Sorry!
Marilyn says
08/12/2017 at 9:17 pmHave this cooking in my slow cooker tonight. Can’t wait to see how this tastes.
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:50 pmYour house is going to smell amazing in the morning. I hope you enjoy them!
Marilyn says
08/12/2017 at 9:17 pmHave this cooking in my slow cooker tonight. Can’t wait to see how this tastes.
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:50 pmYour house is going to smell amazing in the morning. I hope you enjoy them!
Marilyn says
08/12/2017 at 12:56 pmGonna try this for sure. Making my shopping list and noticed there was no onion. Have you tried with onion and if so how much?
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:57 pmHi! (I just saw it’s already in your crockpot tonight with your most recent comment) I have never made it with onions before. I’ve surprisingly never even thought to add them! I would probably start with a medium thinly sliced onion if I was going to try it out though. =)
Marilyn says
08/12/2017 at 12:56 pmGonna try this for sure. Making my shopping list and noticed there was no onion. Have you tried with onion and if so how much?
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:57 pmHi! (I just saw it’s already in your crockpot tonight with your most recent comment) I have never made it with onions before. I’ve surprisingly never even thought to add them! I would probably start with a medium thinly sliced onion if I was going to try it out though. =)
Shanna says
08/12/2017 at 8:15 amThank you! Thank you! Thank you! This Illinois girl married a Southerner that had never heard of Italian Beef until he met me. He’s baffled as well as to why the rest of the country doesn’t join in on this yummy dish. Now that I’m following WW Smart Points, I never thought I would find Italian Beef as a meal option. Never even thought to calculate my own mom’s recipe. Yours is pretty darn close to hers. Yay! Italian Beef is back on the menu in this house!
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:59 pmI ALWAYS think of Italian Beef as a “splurge” meal, but thankfully sometimes I decide to check just to see how much I am splurging and I realized not long ago that I wasn’t really splurging at all! It’s amazing what just one or two tweaks and portioning can do. I’m so happy your southern hubby enjoys this! I’m still baffled as to why this isn’t a thing every where too!
Shanna says
08/12/2017 at 8:15 amThank you! Thank you! Thank you! This Illinois girl married a Southerner that had never heard of Italian Beef until he met me. He’s baffled as well as to why the rest of the country doesn’t join in on this yummy dish. Now that I’m following WW Smart Points, I never thought I would find Italian Beef as a meal option. Never even thought to calculate my own mom’s recipe. Yours is pretty darn close to hers. Yay! Italian Beef is back on the menu in this house!
Star says
08/12/2017 at 9:59 pmI ALWAYS think of Italian Beef as a “splurge” meal, but thankfully sometimes I decide to check just to see how much I am splurging and I realized not long ago that I wasn’t really splurging at all! It’s amazing what just one or two tweaks and portioning can do. I’m so happy your southern hubby enjoys this! I’m still baffled as to why this isn’t a thing every where too!
Marlene says
08/11/2017 at 11:45 amThis looks so good. Am going to make it. Question. What kind of bread would u recommend for weight watchers smart points for a sandwich
Star says
08/11/2017 at 10:22 pmHi Marlene! I use S. Rosens French Bread rolls for sandwiches like this. I follow the Smart Points plan and they are each 5 SP for a huge roll. I’ve seen people do open faced sandwiches using half the roll and a lot of people just use wheat sandwich bread (Sara Lee I believe is the brand) for 2 Sp and love them!
Marlene says
08/11/2017 at 11:45 amThis looks so good. Am going to make it. Question. What kind of bread would u recommend for weight watchers smart points for a sandwich
Star says
08/11/2017 at 10:22 pmHi Marlene! I use S. Rosens French Bread rolls for sandwiches like this. I follow the Smart Points plan and they are each 5 SP for a huge roll. I’ve seen people do open faced sandwiches using half the roll and a lot of people just use wheat sandwich bread (Sara Lee I believe is the brand) for 2 Sp and love them!
Julie C. says
07/10/2017 at 4:17 pmGOOD LORD!!!! I made this today and just took a bite! Just like my mama used to make! YUM YUM YUM!!!!!
Star says
07/11/2017 at 8:21 pmThat makes me so happy! I love when my recipes bring a sense of nostalgia to people. Thanks for the comment!
Julie C. says
07/10/2017 at 4:17 pmGOOD LORD!!!! I made this today and just took a bite! Just like my mama used to make! YUM YUM YUM!!!!!
Star says
07/11/2017 at 8:21 pmThat makes me so happy! I love when my recipes bring a sense of nostalgia to people. Thanks for the comment!
Viv says
06/13/2017 at 9:44 amWe had this for dinner last night, I cooked it for 18 hours and “Oh My Goodness!” This recipe was delicious! All my family loved it, I made it with 3 sp mashed potatoes (if you are on weight watchers) and carrots. This will definitely have to be a monthly meal . Love the crock pot recipes!
Star says
06/14/2017 at 10:45 pmSo, so happy you enjoyed! I love it on a big ol pile of mashed potatoes.
Viv says
06/13/2017 at 9:44 amWe had this for dinner last night, I cooked it for 18 hours and “Oh My Goodness!” This recipe was delicious! All my family loved it, I made it with 3 sp mashed potatoes (if you are on weight watchers) and carrots. This will definitely have to be a monthly meal . Love the crock pot recipes!
Star says
06/14/2017 at 10:45 pmSo, so happy you enjoyed! I love it on a big ol pile of mashed potatoes.
Natalie says
05/21/2017 at 1:55 pmI just put this in the crockpot, can’t wait to try it! I should have asked before I did this but do you put the pepperocinis in with some of their juice? I probably added a few tablespoons worth before I realized it didn’t specify if I should drain the peppers first. Oops! Just curious. Thanks!
Star says
05/24/2017 at 2:09 pmHi Natalie! I don’t put them in with juice, but I don’t think it should matter too much. I hope you enjoyed! I will specify in the recipe though. Thanks!
Natalie says
05/21/2017 at 1:55 pmI just put this in the crockpot, can’t wait to try it! I should have asked before I did this but do you put the pepperocinis in with some of their juice? I probably added a few tablespoons worth before I realized it didn’t specify if I should drain the peppers first. Oops! Just curious. Thanks!
Star says
05/24/2017 at 2:09 pmHi Natalie! I don’t put them in with juice, but I don’t think it should matter too much. I hope you enjoyed! I will specify in the recipe though. Thanks!
Angie says
05/18/2017 at 3:29 pmGirl, that sounds SO freakin good! I’d eat that right up! Pinning for later, thanks for sharing!
Star says
05/24/2017 at 2:13 pmYou’re welcome, I hope you enjoy it!
Angie says
05/18/2017 at 3:29 pmGirl, that sounds SO freakin good! I’d eat that right up! Pinning for later, thanks for sharing!
Star says
05/24/2017 at 2:13 pmYou’re welcome, I hope you enjoy it!
Katy says
05/16/2017 at 7:56 pmI’m from CT and I’ve never heard of Italian beef but this looks delicious!! Making it this week
Star says
05/17/2017 at 10:04 amHope you enjoy!
Katy says
09/28/2017 at 7:09 amI don’t know what took me so long to make this but WOW. Easiest roast I have ever made and by far the most delicious. I can’t wait to eat the leftovers today! Thanks for all of the easy, awesome recipes that keep me on track with Weight Watchers
Star says
09/28/2017 at 1:16 pmYay! So happy to hear you loved this meal, Katy! It is such a staple meal in my home. Enjoy lunch today!
Katy says
05/16/2017 at 7:56 pmI’m from CT and I’ve never heard of Italian beef but this looks delicious!! Making it this week
Star says
05/17/2017 at 10:04 amHope you enjoy!
Katy says
09/28/2017 at 7:09 amI don’t know what took me so long to make this but WOW. Easiest roast I have ever made and by far the most delicious. I can’t wait to eat the leftovers today! Thanks for all of the easy, awesome recipes that keep me on track with Weight Watchers
Star says
09/28/2017 at 1:16 pmYay! So happy to hear you loved this meal, Katy! It is such a staple meal in my home. Enjoy lunch today!
Jennifer says
05/16/2017 at 10:52 amThis looks really good! Quick question, does it have to be cooked for 16 hours or would it be ok to start it in the morning before work and have it for dinner?
Star says
05/17/2017 at 10:06 amIt more than likely will not be tender if it’s only cooking for 8-10 hours. The key with roasts is to cook them low and slow. I’d start it the night before for the absolute best results. =)
Jennifer says
05/16/2017 at 10:52 amThis looks really good! Quick question, does it have to be cooked for 16 hours or would it be ok to start it in the morning before work and have it for dinner?
Star says
05/17/2017 at 10:06 amIt more than likely will not be tender if it’s only cooking for 8-10 hours. The key with roasts is to cook them low and slow. I’d start it the night before for the absolute best results. =)
Casey says
05/08/2017 at 8:34 amOh gosh, Star, I am so excited about this! I’ve been dreaming of Italian Beef since eating at Portillo’s last June. Thank you so much!!!!
Star says
05/09/2017 at 1:22 pmYou’re welcome! I LOVE Portillos! I hope you love it. =)
Casey says
05/08/2017 at 8:34 amOh gosh, Star, I am so excited about this! I’ve been dreaming of Italian Beef since eating at Portillo’s last June. Thank you so much!!!!
Star says
05/09/2017 at 1:22 pmYou’re welcome! I LOVE Portillos! I hope you love it. =)
Karly says
05/08/2017 at 7:35 amI LOVE Italian beef sandwiches so much and every time I’m in or near Chicago I HAVE to get one (I’m from MA). So excited to try this recipe out!!
Star says
05/09/2017 at 1:08 pmNow you can have one all the way in MA, I hope you love it as much as I do!!
Karly says
05/08/2017 at 7:35 amI LOVE Italian beef sandwiches so much and every time I’m in or near Chicago I HAVE to get one (I’m from MA). So excited to try this recipe out!!
Star says
05/09/2017 at 1:08 pmNow you can have one all the way in MA, I hope you love it as much as I do!!
Susan says
05/07/2017 at 2:48 pmI’ve heard of but never had Italian beef. I’m going to try it this week. I am from Louisiana; I have also never heard of Mississippi Pot Roast. It does not sound very good to me, so I won’t try that one. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Miranda says
11/08/2017 at 7:10 pmMississippi pot roast is awesome! My husband doesn’t even like ranch and likes it. And it’s one of the few meats my two yearvold will eat. I highly suggest trying it.
Star says
11/10/2017 at 9:19 amI’ll give it a try some day, thanks!
Susan says
05/07/2017 at 2:48 pmI’ve heard of but never had Italian beef. I’m going to try it this week. I am from Louisiana; I have also never heard of Mississippi Pot Roast. It does not sound very good to me, so I won’t try that one. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Miranda says
11/08/2017 at 7:10 pmMississippi pot roast is awesome! My husband doesn’t even like ranch and likes it. And it’s one of the few meats my two yearvold will eat. I highly suggest trying it.
Star says
11/10/2017 at 9:19 amI’ll give it a try some day, thanks!
Kelly Hudson says
05/07/2017 at 2:48 pmI’m loving everything you have put out! I’m running out of endless options please keep them coming!
Star says
05/07/2017 at 3:10 pmThank you so much. I’ll do my best!
Kelly Hudson says
05/07/2017 at 2:48 pmI’m loving everything you have put out! I’m running out of endless options please keep them coming!
Star says
05/07/2017 at 3:10 pmThank you so much. I’ll do my best!