This is a recipe for Italian beef that is EASY EASY EASY. Just dump the ingredients in, mix once, and leave alone till done.
Preparation Time:
More than 3 hours
Directions:
ITALIAN BEEF
Rump, chuck, or round roast -- 2 1/2 pounds.
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 t oregano
1 1/2 t black pepper
1 1/2 t sweet basil
1 1/2 t crushed red pepper
1 1/2 t parsley
1 1/2 t garlic powder
3 bay leaves
1 c water
salt to taste
Crock pot, or pot on stove, low till tender and falling apart. (8-12 hours if done on stove)
To serve: Tease apart meat till in small pieces. Serve on crusty Italian Bread (Turano or Gonnella are good). If desired, baptize bread in the juices before filling with beef (this is a "wet" sandwich). Otherwise, gop on the beef with its juices in the sandwich. If desired, top with Pepperocini or Hot Gardinera.
