Slow Cooker Tangy Italian Beef Sandwiches

[Southern Belle 2067]

3 to 4 lb. beef boneless sirloin tip roast, trimmed of fat
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 bottle (16-oz.) Italian dressing
2 tsp. Italian seasoning, crushed
12 split buns

Spray inside of 4 qt. slow cooker with cooking spray. Place beef in cooker. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Pour dressing over beef.

Cover and cook on Low setting 10 to 12 hours.

Remove beef from cooker, place on cutting board. shred beef using two forks. Return beef to cooker, add Italian seasoning and mix well. Using slotted spoon to remove any beef from cooker fill each bun with about 1/3 cup beef. Serve with remaining juices.

Makes 12 sandwiches

Variations: Put a little grated Pepper Jack cheese on top of hot beef, a slice of red onion and serve the sandwiches with chips and a kosher dill pickle spear.