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Classic French Dip Sandwich
Traditional dish · American
The quintessential French Dip Sandwich, featuring thinly sliced roast beef piled high on a toasted French roll, served with a rich, savory au jus for dipping.
Ingredients
- Beef chuck roast3 lbs
- Beef broth4 cups
- Onion1 large
- Garlic4 cloves
- Worcestershire sauce2 tbsp
- Bay leaf2
- Thyme1 tsp
- French rolls4
- Provolone cheese8 slices
- Butter2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Sear the roast on all sides in a hot pan until browned.
- 3
Place the seared roast in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
- 4
Add beef broth, sliced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and thyme to the pot.
- 5
Cook on low for 6-8 hours (slow cooker) or braise in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 3-4 hours until tender.
- 6
Remove the roast from the liquid and let it rest. Strain the cooking liquid to create the au jus.
- 7
Thinly slice the roast beef against the grain.
- 8
Split the French rolls lengthwise and lightly toast or grill them.
- 9
Dip the cut sides of the rolls into the warm au jus.
- 10
Pile the sliced roast beef onto the bottom half of each roll.
- 11
Top with provolone cheese and melt under a broiler if desired.
- 12
Place the top half of the roll on top. Serve immediately with extra au jus for dipping.
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