Italian Beef and Roasted Red Pepper Hoagies

• 1 ½ pounds beef top round roast
• 2 cups roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade), sliced
• 4 crusty hoagie rolls
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 8 pepperoncini slices (optional)

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. 2 Season beef roast with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
3. 3 Place beef in a roasting pan and add beef broth.
4. 4 Cover pan with foil and roast for 2 hours or until tender.
5. 5 While beef cooks, sauté onion in olive oil until caramelized.
6. 6 Slice the roasted beef thinly across the grain.
7. 7 Slice open hoagie rolls and layer with beef, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, and provolone cheese.
8. 8 Optional: add pepperoncini slices for a kick.
9. 9 Bake assembled hoagies in a preheated oven for 5-10 minutes to melt cheese and warm through.

Equipment

• Oven
• Roasting pan
• Cutting board
• Knife

Variations

• Add sautéed mushrooms or giardiniera for extra flavor.

Substitutions

• Substitute top round roast with chuck roast for a richer flavor.

Pairings

• Pairs well with a robust Italian red wine or an ice-cold beer.

Nutrition

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use homemade roasted red peppers.
• Thinly slicing the beef against the grain ensures maximum tenderness.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.

Freezing: Freeze assembled hoagies for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a 350°F oven.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a side of crispy potato chips or a fresh garden salad.

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