Easy Italian Beef Sandwiches

Health score
4%
Easy Italian Beef Sandwiches
520 min.
24
289kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that combines rich flavors and hearty ingredients, look no further than these Easy Italian Beef Sandwiches. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe is designed to serve 24 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, family reunions, or game day celebrations. The star of the show is a tender, boneless chuck roast that simmers in a zesty reduced-calorie Italian dressing, infusing the meat with a delightful tang that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

What sets this sandwich apart is the combination of gooey provolone or mozzarella cheese and vibrant bell peppers, all nestled between warm, freshly cut focaccia bread. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, allowing you to enjoy the day while the flavors meld together beautifully. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a cooking time of 7 to 8 hours, you can set it and forget it, making it a hassle-free option for busy cooks.

Each bite of these sandwiches delivers a satisfying blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring that your guests will leave the table feeling full and happy. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to impress them with this easy yet delicious Italian-inspired dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • pound beef chuck boneless
  • ounces salad dressing italian reduced-calorie
  • ounce mozzarella cheese 
  • large bell pepper cut into rings
  •  flour (8 inches in diameter)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat from beef. Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook beef in skillet about 5 minutes, turning once, until brown.
  2. Place beef in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker.
  3. Pour dressing over beef. Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until beef is tender.
  4. Remove beef from slow cooker.
  5. Cut beef into thin slices; return to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat setting 20 to 30 minutes longer or until beef is hot.
  6. Layer beef, cheese and bell peppers on bottom halves of focaccia; top with remaining halves.
  7. Cut each focaccia into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories289kcal
Protein23.87%
Fat41.08%
Carbs35.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.17
Glycemic Load
9.5
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.254347814166%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:289.44kcal
14.47%
Fat:13.34g
20.52%
Saturated Fat:4.54g
28.4%
Carbohydrates:25.6g
8.53%
Net Carbohydrates:24.51g
8.91%
Sugar:2.51g
2.79%
Cholesterol:47.52mg
15.84%
Sodium:473.31mg
20.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.44g
34.88%
Zinc:4.61mg
30.77%
Vitamin B12:1.79µg
29.84%
Vitamin C:17.53mg
21.25%
Selenium:13.69µg
19.56%
Phosphorus:149.77mg
14.98%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.35%
Vitamin B3:2.61mg
13.04%
Vitamin A:510.54IU
10.21%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.29%
Iron:1.31mg
7.27%
Vitamin K:7.06µg
6.72%
Potassium:233.1mg
6.66%
Calcium:65.51mg
6.55%
Fiber:1.09g
4.37%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.06%
Magnesium:15.01mg
3.75%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.67%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.33%
Folate:8.73µg
2.18%
Copper:0.04mg
1.99%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.35%