Pat the roast dry with a paper towel, then season with salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to a hot skillet over high heat. Sear the roast on all sides for 2-3 minutes to create a crust on the outside. If you're short on time you can skip this step but it adds a nice richness to the overall dish.
2 –2½ lbs shoulder London broil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add the onions, garlic, seasonings, beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 cup beef broth, ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce, 1 medium onion, 3 cloves garlic
Cover and set the crocpot on LOW for 8 hours until the beef very tender and can be shredded easily with a fork. (You can also cook this on HIGH for 5 hours if you're in a rush).
Remove the beef from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the beef. Return it to the crockpost while you toast the rolls.
Tip: Prepare the rolls like garlic bread for even more flavor. Spread them with plain or flavored butter and broil for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden brown.
buns, butter
Top the rolls with the shredded beef, then add a slice of provolone cheese, if desired. Serve hot.
provolone cheese