Zinfandel Beef and Blue Cheese Sandwiches

Health score
10%
Zinfandel Beef and Blue Cheese Sandwiches
435 min.
10
460kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of our Zinfandel Beef and Blue Cheese Sandwiches, a delightful dish that promises to elevate your lunch or dinner experience. This recipe combines tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with aromatic herbs and a splash of Zinfandel wine, creating a mouthwatering filling that is both hearty and satisfying. The addition of crumbled Stilton or blue cheese adds a creamy, tangy contrast that perfectly complements the robust flavors of the beef.

Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal, this dish serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, allowing you to enjoy the tantalizing aroma wafting through your kitchen while you go about your day. With a preparation time of just a few minutes and a cooking time of 7 to 8 hours, you can set it and forget it, returning to a deliciously crafted meal that will impress your guests.

Serve these sumptuous sandwiches on soft ciabatta rolls or toasted hoagie buns, and don’t forget to offer the flavorful broth for dipping. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or simply looking to treat yourself to a gourmet experience at home, these Zinfandel Beef and Blue Cheese Sandwiches are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup beef broth 
  • lb beef chuck boneless
  •  bay leaves dried
  • teaspoon rosemary dried
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • medium onion thinly sliced
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups cheese blue crumbled
  • 10  ciabatta rolls split soft toasted
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • cup red wine dry red (such as Zinfandel)
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle beef with salt. In slow cooker, place beef (if roast comes in netting or is tied, do not remove) and onion.
  3. Mix remaining ingredients except rolls; pour over beef. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  4. Skim fat from surface of juices; discard bay leaf and peppercorns.
  5. Remove beef and vegetables from slow cooker; place beef on cutting board (remove netting or strings).
  6. Cut beef into thin slices. Fill rolls with beef; top with onions and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Serve with broth from cooker for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories460kcal
Protein31.53%
Fat42.59%
Carbs25.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.4
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.949130115302%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Petunidin
0.48mg
Delphinidin
0.48mg
Malvidin
3.32mg
Peonidin
0.3mg
Catechin
1.71mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.91mg
Hesperetin
0.15mg
Naringenin
0.42mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.56mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
2.49mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:459.98kcal
23%
Fat:20.91g
32.18%
Saturated Fat:10.27g
64.17%
Carbohydrates:28.6g
9.53%
Net Carbohydrates:27.75g
10.09%
Sugar:0.76g
0.85%
Cholesterol:106.55mg
35.52%
Sodium:887.47mg
38.59%
Alcohol:2.54g
100%
Alcohol %:1.22%
100%
Protein:34.85g
69.69%
Zinc:10.74mg
71.63%
Vitamin B12:3.93µg
65.56%
Selenium:30.75µg
43.94%
Phosphorus:334.59mg
33.46%
Vitamin B3:6.27mg
31.37%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
29.13%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.36%
Potassium:558.66mg
15.96%
Calcium:120.11mg
12.01%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.54%
Magnesium:34.59mg
8.65%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.83%
Copper:0.1mg
5.01%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.64%
Fiber:0.84g
3.38%
Folate:13.04µg
3.26%
Vitamin A:158.08IU
3.16%
Vitamin K:2.6µg
2.47%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
2.02%
Vitamin C:1.32mg
1.6%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%