Step 4: Combine Everything
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the steak and tomatoes.
Make sure most of the meat is coated.
If necessary, gently press exposed portions of the steak into the sauce.
Step 5: Slow Cook Until Tender
Cover the slow cooker with the lid.
Cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3½ to 4 hours.
The beef is ready when it easily pulls apart with a fork.
Try not to lift the lid during cooking, as this releases heat and increases cooking time.
Step 6: Shred the Beef
Carefully transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board.
Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes.
Using two forks, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
Remove any excess fat if desired.
Step 7: Return to the Sauce
Place the shredded beef back into the slow cooker.
Stir thoroughly so the meat becomes coated in the sauce and softened tomatoes.
Taste and adjust if desired with additional barbecue sauce, salt, or pepper.
Allow the beef to sit on the WARM setting for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb even more flavor.
Now comes the best part—deciding how to serve this rich, saucy beef masterpiece.
