Description
Crafting Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches results in a mouthwatering experience where tender, slow-cooked beef meets the rich, savory flavors of au jus. The soft, crusty bread cradles the juicy meat, while the melted cheese adds a creamy texture that elevates each bite to pure bliss.
Ingredients
- Beef: 3 pounds of chuck roast, trimmed and cut into large chunks
- Seasonings: 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt
- Liquid: 2 cups of beef broth, 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- Bread: 6 hoagie rolls or French baguettes, sliced lengthwise
- Cheese: 6 slices of provolone or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub the mixture all over the chuck roast.
- Place the seasoned beef in the crockpot and pour in the beef broth, water, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
- Once cooked, shred the beef using two forks and return it to the crockpot, mixing it with the juices.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet, fill each with shredded beef, and top with a slice of cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with a small bowl of the au jus for dipping.
Notes
- This dish can be made a day in advance; simply store the cooked beef in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free rolls or serve the beef over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: main-dishes
- Method: slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich with au jus
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 1200 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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