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Delicious French Dip sandwich with tender beef and au jus

French Dip Sandwich

A classic and hearty sandwich made with slow-cooked roast beef, served with warm, flavorful broth for dipping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds roast beef
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4-6 pieces hoagie rolls
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: garlic powder, bay leaves

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the roast beef and onion in a slow cooker.
  2. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then season with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender.
  2. Remove the beef and shred or slice it into pieces.
  3. Strain the liquid to serve as dipping juice.
Assembly
  1. To assemble the sandwiches, place the shredded beef on hoagie rolls, top with provolone cheese, and broil until the cheese is melted.
Serving
  1. Serve the sandwiches warm with a side of the broth for dipping.

Notes

For added flavor, use garlic powder or bay leaves in the broth, and consider adding pepperoncini or jalapeños for spice. Broil the cheese for a delicious, gooey texture.