Description
Learn how to make delicious Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with tender beef, caramelized onions, and melted cheese, served with au jus for dipping. This recipe is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 2–3 pound beef chuck roast or rump roast
- 3 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
For the Sandwiches:
- 2 yellow onions, quartered and thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 4–6 rolls (sturdy enough for dipping)
- 8–12 slices cheese (provolone, swiss, havarti, or monterey jack)
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Salt and pepper the roast. Sear on all sides until browned.
- Prepare Broth: Combine beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook Onions: Sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Transfer meat, onions, broth mixture, and bay leaf to slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
- Prepare Au Jus: Strain and reserve juices for dipping.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Toast rolls, fill with meat, onions, and cheese. Melt cheese and serve with au jus for dipping.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the beef broth mixture.
- Adjust the seasoning of the au jus to your preference before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker, Instant Pot
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: French Dip Sandwiches, Slow Cooker, Instant Pot, Beef, Au Jus
