Imagine coming home to a mouthwatering aroma of tender, slow-cooked steak mingling with earthy portobello mushrooms and perfectly soft potatoes - all prepared with minimal effort and maximum flavor! This crockpot masterpiece transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will have your family begging for seconds. Whether you're a busy professional or a home cooking enthusiast, this one-pot wonder promises to revolutionize your dinner routine with its incredible taste and effortless preparation.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds flat iron steak
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup portobello mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by trimming any excess fat from the flat iron steak and cutting it into large chunks suitable for slow cooking.
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes, ensuring they are roughly similar in size for even cooking.
- Clean and slice the portobello mushrooms into thick, hearty slices about 1/2 inch wide.
- Chop the onion into medium-sized pieces, creating uniform cuts for even distribution.
- Season the flat iron steak chunks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
- Place the seasoned steak chunks into the crockpot as the base layer.
- Add the halved baby potatoes around and on top of the steak pieces.
- Sprinkle the sliced portobello mushrooms and chopped onions over the potatoes.
- Mince the garlic and distribute it evenly across the ingredients.
- Pour the beef broth slowly over all ingredients, ensuring it covers about 3/4 of the ingredients.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat for 8 hours, allowing the meat to become tender and flavors to meld.
- After cooking time is complete, carefully remove the steak, potatoes, and mushrooms onto a serving platter.
- Optional: If desired, thicken the remaining liquid into a gravy by whisking in a cornstarch slurry.
- Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Tips
- Choose the Right Cut: Flat iron steak is ideal for slow cooking due to its rich marbling and tenderness. Trim excess fat but leave some for flavor.
- Seasoning is Key: Don't be shy with salt and pepper. Consider adding dried herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra depth.
- Layer Strategically: Place meat at the bottom for maximum flavor infusion, with vegetables on top to prevent overcooking.
- Liquid Matters: Use high-quality beef broth for richer taste. For extra complexity, substitute half the broth with red wine.
- Avoid Overcooking: While 8 hours is recommended, check at 6-7 hours to prevent meat from becoming too dry.
- Rest is Best: Always let the dish rest 5-10 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Gravy Upgrade: For a luxurious finish, create a quick cornstarch slurry to thicken cooking liquid into a delectable sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 385kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 34g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 75mg
