Crockpot Italian Beef — Stacie Lamoore

I use the crockpot all the time to make dinner. Before I was working from home it was a lifesaver. I would put something in there before I left for work in the morning and when I came home at night dinner was ready! I love using it to make all sorts of meals. It really seems like you can make just about any dish in one.This is a staple at our home. Both Alex and I enjoy it. It has terrific flavor and is very easy to make. The key to this recipe is using Zesty Italian dressing mix. I’ve tried it with the plain mix and the zesty and the flavor from the zesty mix makes the dish have a far bigger flavor. If you only have a packet of plain Italian dressing seasoning on hand you can make it zesty by adding a teaspoon of red pepper flakes per packet.

Crockpot Italian Beef:3lb Roast3 (1oz) packets Zesty Italian Dressing Seasoning20oz Water4oz Pepperoncini Peppers (with liquid)

Put your roast into a crockpot, pour the seasoning over top and then the water.Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5.

When it has finished cooking use forks to shred the meat, add the pepperoncini peppers and liquid and stir.Continue to cook the meat and peppers on low for an additional 30 minutes.Tastes best when served with a nice fresh crusty bread.