Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
3.5 lb

chuck roast

2 unit

beef bouillon cubes

0.5 tsp

rosemary

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

oregano

1 tsp

savory salt

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

6 unit

tomato paste

1 cup

water

2 cup

barbecue sauce

1 unit

bun

Step 1
~48 min

Place chuck roast, beef bouillon cubes, rosemary, garlic powder, oregano, savory salt, salt, pepper, and tomato paste in a Dutch Oven.

Step 2
~48 min

Cover the mixture with water.

Step 3
~48 min

Bring the Dutch Oven to a boil.

Step 4
~48 min

Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for four hours.

Step 5
~48 min

Uncover and simmer for an additional four hours.

Step 6
~48 min

Add barbecue sauce to the beef.

Step 7
~48 min

Cook uncovered until the beef is tender and falling apart.

Step 8
~48 min

Remove any bones and excess fat from the beef.

Step 9
~48 min

Shred any remaining beef that hasn't already fallen apart.

Step 10
~48 min

Serve the shredded barbecue beef on buns.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, brown the chuck roast before adding it to the Dutch oven.

Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth of flavor.

Adjust the amount of barbecue sauce to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw

Serve with potato salad

Serve with corn on the cob

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato salad
Corn on the cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular barbecue dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

family dinner
potluck
game day

Popularity Score

70/100

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