Description
Succulent slow cooker French dip sandwiches deliver mouthwatering comfort straight from French culinary traditions. Juicy roast beef nestled in crusty rolls, served with rich au jus, promises a hearty meal you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 3.4 kilograms (7.5 pounds) chuck roast
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Liquids and Sauces:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Sandwich Components:
- 6 crusty hoagie rolls or baguettes
- 6 slices provolone, Swiss, or mozzarella cheese
- Butter, for toasting the rolls
Garnishes:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Horseradish sauce
- Sauteed mushrooms or bell peppers
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet by heating olive oil over medium-high temperature. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then thoroughly sear on all sides until deep golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per surface to develop rich flavor complexity.
- Transfer the seared meat to the slow cooker. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, carefully scraping any caramelized remnants from the pan’s bottom.
- Pour the onion-garlic mixture over the meat in the slow cooker. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf, gently stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low setting for 8 hours or high setting for 6 hours, ensuring the meat becomes exceptionally tender and easily pulls apart.
- Extract the cooked meat from the liquid and methodically shred using two forks, removing any visible fat pieces. Return shredded meat to the cooking liquid and let it absorb additional flavors for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Slice rolls horizontally and optionally butter surfaces. Toast rolls for 5-7 minutes until edges turn crisp and golden.
- Generously load shredded beef onto toasted rolls. Layer cheese on top and broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and becomes slightly bubbly.
- Strain the cooking liquid and serve alongside sandwiches as a rich, flavorful dipping sauce.
Notes
- Searing the beef beforehand locks in rich, deep flavors and creates a beautiful caramelized exterior that enhances the overall taste profile of the sandwich.
- Cooking on low heat for 8 hours ensures the meat becomes incredibly tender, allowing it to easily shred and absorb all the delicious broth’s seasonings.
- Toasting the rolls adds a crispy texture that prevents soggy bread and provides a delightful crunch when dipping into the savory au jus.
- Straining the cooking liquid creates a clean, clear dipping sauce without excess fat, making the sandwich experience more refined and enjoyable.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 493 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg