Jul 13 2026
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Italian Beef Recipe

Inspired by Mr. Beef
Time4h
Serves4

Includes au jus

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Ingredients

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Beef Preparation

Au Jus Preparation

Serving

Method

Beef Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub this spice mixture all over the beef chuck roast.

  2. 2

    Sear the Beef

    In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the beef and set aside.

Au Jus Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Au Jus

    In the same pot, add beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, dried thyme, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

  2. 4

    Add the Beef

    Return the seared chuck roast back into the pot. Cover with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.

Serving

  1. 5

    Shred the Beef

    Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes. Shred the beef using two forks.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Divide the shredded beef among hoagie rolls, add a slice of provolone cheese on top, and drizzle with au jus. Serve hot with pickled peppers on the side, if desired.

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