My Mom's Slow Cooked Shredded Beef Oamc

Tender, flavorful, and versatile, My Mom's Slow Cooked Shredded Beef OAMC (Once-A-Month-Cooking) recipe is the ultimate make-ahead comfort food. Perfectly seasoned with a rich blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano, this hearty dish slow cooks to perfection, transforming a beef chuck roast into melt-in-your-mouth shredded goodness. Infused with garlic, onion, and a savory tomato-based broth, the meat stays moist and flavorful, making it ideal for tacos, sandwiches, or simply served over mashed potatoes. With just 15 minutes of prep and hours of hands-free cooking, this freezer-friendly recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights or meal prepping enthusiasts.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 whole bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion, and peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a slow cooker, place the beef chuck roast in the center.

Step 3

Scatter the sliced onion and minced garlic over and around the beef.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the roast is well-coated in the liquid and spices.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf to the slow cooker.

Step 7

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 4–5 hours), until the beef is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, and use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker. Stir the shredded beef into the juices to coat evenly.

Step 9

Serve immediately, or let the beef cool completely before portioning into freezer-safe containers for storage.

Step 10

To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm in a saucepan over medium heat. Add a splash of broth if needed to loosen up the juices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2563.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4748.9

Total Fat 365.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1360.8mg	0%
Sodium 5687.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 338.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.4mg	0%
Iron 54.7mg	0%
Potassium 6248.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.5%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 3.3%