Description
Indulge in the classic French dip sandwich, where tender, slow-cooked beef meets a savory au jus that enhances every bite. Nestled in crusty French rolls, this sandwich is perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy dinners at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create an unforgettable meal that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 medium sweet yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 fresh French rolls
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and sauté onions in the same skillet until soft and caramelized.
- Return the beef to the pot with onions, add beef broth to cover half the meat, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
- Cover and slow cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is tender.
- Shred cooked beef with forks after resting for a few minutes.
- Assemble sandwiches by piling shredded beef into sliced French rolls and serve with warm au jus for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, toast the buns before assembly. - Experiment with different meats like roasted turkey or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. - Customize toppings with cheese or spicy condiments like horseradish.