BBQ BEEF SANDWICH

INGREDIENTS

• 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
• 1-1/2 cups ketchup
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons  mustard
• 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 12 sandwich buns, split
• Sliced onions, dill pickles and pickled jalapenos, optional

 

DIRECTION

• Cut roast in two half and place in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker.
• In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, liquid smoke if desired and flavorings.
• Pour the mixture over beef.
• Cover the cooker and cook on low heat for about 8-10 hours or until meat is tender.
• Remove the meat from the cooker and let it cool down slightly.
• Remove fat from the cooking liquid.
• Shred the beef with the help of two forks; return to the slow cooker.
• Cover the cooker and cook the meat for about 15 minutes or until heated through.
• Using a slotted spoon, place ½ cup on each bun. 
• Serve with onions, pickles and jalapenos if desired.