Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsPortillo's DavenportItalian Beef Sandwich Recipe

Italian Beef Sandwich Recipe

Time10h
Serves6

Slow-cooked beef served on Italian bread.

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Ingredients

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Beef Ingredients

Method

Beef Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a large slow cooker, place the beef chuck roast.

  2. 2

    Add Seasonings

    Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the beef.

  3. 3

    Add Broth

    Pour the beef broth over the seasoned beef.

  4. 4

    Cook the Beef

    Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the meat is tender and shreds easily with a fork.

  5. 5

    Shred the Beef

    Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the cooker and mix it with the juices.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the Italian bread or hoagie rolls in half lengthwise.

  2. 7

    Add Cheese

    Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each bread.

  3. 8

    Add Shredded Beef

    Spoon a generous amount of the shredded beef mixture onto the cheese.

  4. 9

    Add Optional Toppings

    If desired, add sweet peppers and pickles on top of the beef.

  5. 10

    Close the Sandwich

    Place the top half of the bread over the filling to close the sandwich.

  6. 11

    Serve

    Serve the sandwiches warm, with extra beef broth on the side for dipping.

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