Ingredients

3 pounds chuck roast (beef roast or rump roast also work, 2.5–4 pounds)

1 teaspoon oregano

½ teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon pepper

1 medium onion, sliced thin (optional)

3 cups beef broth

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 medium bay leaf

6 sub style rolls (wider than hot dog buns)

2 tablespoons butter, melted (salted)

6 slices provolone cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray. Trim the beef if necessary on a cutting board.

Step 2: In a small bowl, mix oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle half the seasoning over the beef and rub it in evenly. If using onion, layer the slices at the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 3: Place the beef in the slow cooker seasoning side down. Sprinkle the remaining seasoning on top of the beef and rub it in.

Step 4: Pour beef broth carefully along the edge of the slow cooker. Add Worcestershire sauce on top of the meat and tuck the bay leaf into the broth.

Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork. Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 6: Let the beef rest for 10 minutes, then shred using two forks turned backward.

Step 7: Preheat the oven to broil. Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and place the rolls cut side up on it.

Step 8: Brush both sides of each roll with melted butter. Cut provolone slices in half and place cheese on the top halves of the rolls.

Step 9: Broil the rolls for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts. Remove the pan from the oven, top rolls with shredded beef, and serve.

Step 10: Strain the cooking broth with a sieve into small bowls for dipping the sandwiches. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine or a few cloves of garlic to the slow cooker.

Try swapping provolone for mozzarella or Swiss cheese for a different twist.

Serve with pickles or caramelized onions for added texture and taste.

If you prefer a crustier roll, toast the bread slightly before assembling the sandwich.

FAQs

Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?

Yes, beef roast or rump roast can be substituted for chuck roast. Just make sure the cut is suitable for slow cooking to ensure tenderness.

How do I prevent the sandwiches from getting soggy?

Brush the rolls with melted butter before broiling to add a barrier against moisture. Also, serve the beef and broth separately so you can dip the sandwiches as you eat rather than soaking the bread in advance.