Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches with Hott Brands Wise Guys Giardiniera
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### Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches with Hott Brands Wise Guys Giardiniera
#### Ingredients:
- 3-4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 packet of Italian dressing mix
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jar of Hott Brands Wise Guys Giardiniera
- 6-8 Italian rolls or hoagie buns
- Optional: Provolone or mozzarella cheese slices
#### Instructions:
1. **Prep the Beef:**
- Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and place it in the slow cooker.
2. **Prepare the Seasoning:**
- In a small bowl, mix the Italian dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, and black pepper.
3. **Assemble in Slow Cooker:**
- Pour the beef broth, water, and soy sauce over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the beef.
- Add half of the jar of Hott Brands Wise Guys Giardiniera, including some of the oil, into the slow cooker with the beef.
4. **Cook:**
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
5. **Shred the Beef:**
- Once the beef is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices and giardiniera.
6. **Assemble the Sandwiches:**
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Open the Italian rolls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Use a slotted spoon to scoop the shredded beef onto the rolls.
- Add some of the remaining Hott Brands Wise Guys Giardiniera on top of the beef.
- If desired, top with slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese.
7. **Toast the Sandwiches:**
- Place the sandwiches in the preheated oven and toast for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are slightly crispy.
8. **Serve:**
- Serve the sandwiches hot, with extra giardiniera on the side if desired.
Enjoy your flavorful and spicy Italian beef sandwiches!