Description
Sink your teeth into these flavorful Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches. Juicy beef, caramelized onions, and melted cheese are served on toasted rolls with a savory au jus for dipping. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious
Ingredients
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- 2–3 pounds beef chuck roast or rump roast, trimmed of excess fat
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 yellow onions, quartered and thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4–6 rolls (sturdy rolls that won’t fall apart when dipped)
- 8–12 slices cheese (Provolone, Swiss, Havarti, or Monterey Jack
Instructions
- Prepare the Roast: Liberally season the beef roast with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Sear the Meat: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet, Dutch oven, or Instant Pot (on sauté mode). Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker or set aside if using the Instant Pot.
- Cook the Onions and Garlic: In the same pot, reduce heat to medium and add the sliced onions. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Add a few tablespoons of the beef broth mixture and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
- Combine in the Slow Cooker: Place the seared roast and onion mixture into the slow cooker. Pour in the remaining beef broth mixture and add the bay leaf. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Shred the Beef: Remove the cooked beef from the slow cooker and place on a cutting board. Shred with two forks or slice thinly against the grain. Return the meat to the slow cooker to soak in the juices.
- Strain the Au Jus: Strain the cooking liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl. Discard the bay leaf and reserve the au jus for dipping.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Toast the rolls in a 375°F oven until lightly crispy. Fill each roll with shredded beef and onions, then top with cheese slices. Return to the oven or broiler for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve: Serve the sandwiches with a small bowl of au jus on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
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- Rolls Matter: Use sturdy rolls like hoagie rolls or French baguettes to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Customize the Cheese: Provolone and Swiss are classics, but feel free to use your favorite melting cheese.
- Storage: Leftover beef and au jus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (slow cooker)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American