Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 lb

Beef Roast

3 unit

Dried Italian Salad Dressing Mix

1 cup

Water

16 ounce

Pepperoncini Peppers

2 cup

Mozzarella Cheese

shredded

1 unit

French Rolls

Step 1
~21 min

Season all sides of the beef roast with one packet of Italian salad dressing mix.

Step 2
~21 min

Place the seasoned roast into a crockpot.

Step 3
~21 min

Mix the remaining two packets of dressing mix with one cup of water.

Step 4
~21 min

Pour the water mixture over the roast in the crockpot.

Step 5
~21 min

Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 4-5 hours.

Step 6
~21 min

Remove the roast from the crockpot and shred it. If the roast is not shredding easily, continue to cook it longer.

Key Technique: Shredding
Step 7
~21 min

Put the shredded beef back into the crockpot.

Step 8
~21 min

Add the entire jar of pepperoncini peppers to the beef in the crockpot.

Step 9
~21 min

Cook the beef with the peppers for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 10
~21 min

Slice open the French rolls.

Step 11
~21 min

Top the rolls with the shredded beef and pepperoncini mixture.

Step 12
~21 min

Top each sandwich with mozzarella cheese.

Step 13
~21 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the rolls for a better texture.

Add giardiniera for extra heat and flavor.

Use a chuck roast for the most tender beef.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with potato chips or coleslaw.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Potato salad
Coleslaw
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Family Dinner
Party

Popularity Score

85/100

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