Italian Beef N Beer Recipe
Overview:
Name: Italian Beef N Beer
Cook Time: 4 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Description: This recipe for Italian Beef sandwiches has been perfected over the years, loved by everyone who tries it.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Meat, European, Spring, Summer, Winter, Stove Top, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Calories per Serving: 908.8
Fat Content: 63.5g
Saturated Fat Content: 18.1g
Cholesterol Content: 104.3mg
Sodium Content: 835.1mg
Carbohydrate Content: 42.6g
Fiber Content: 1.7g
Sugar Content: 5.1g
Protein Content: 36.1g
Recipe Yield: 6-8 Sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 2-3 lbs beef roast
- 1 can (12 oz) beer
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp margarine
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions:
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Prepare the Meat:
- Place the beef roast in a Dutch oven.
- Add beer, minced garlic, margarine, salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
- Cover with water.
Step Description 1 Put all ingredients in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Cook till meat is falling apart. -
Cook the Meat:
- Cook the beef roast mixture over medium heat until the meat is tender and easily falls apart, approximately 4 hours.
Step Description 2 When meat is done, remove from pan and cool slightly. Using scissors or a sharp knife, cut the meat into 1-inch pieces and shred. -
Prepare the Buns:
- While the meat is cooking, prepare the buns.
- Split the buns and heavily butter each half. This step is crucial for the flavor and texture of the sandwiches.
Step Description 3 Return meat to juice and reheat. -
Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Once the meat is reheated, spoon it generously onto the prepared buttered buns.
- Wrap each sandwich in aluminum foil to keep them warm and to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step Description 4 While meat is reheating, get out the number of buns you will be needing. Split them and HEAVILY BUTTER them (this is one of the big secrets to great Italian beef sandwiches). -
Serve:
- Serve the Italian Beef sandwiches hot, accompanied by chips or your favorite sides.
Step Description 5 Put the hot meat on the buns and wrap in aluminum foil; place on plate with chips and serve hot.
Notes:
- This recipe yields 6-8 hearty sandwiches, perfect for a crowd or for leftovers.
- The use of beer adds depth to the flavor of the beef, making it tender and savory.
- Buttering the buns generously before assembling the sandwiches ensures a rich and delicious taste experience.
- Serve these sandwiches hot for the best flavor and enjoyment.
Enjoy making these Italian Beef sandwiches, and savor the delightful flavors that make them a favorite among friends and family!