French Dip Recipe
Slow roasted roast beef, swiss cheese on French loaf dipped in our own au jus
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for French Dip
Method
Directions for French Dip
- 1
Prepare the Roast
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and black pepper, then sear it in the skillet until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 2
Slow Roast
Transfer the seared roast to a roasting pan. In the same skillet, add sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Add the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves, bringing it to a simmer. Pour the broth mixture over the roast, cover with foil, and bake for 3-4 hours or until the meat is tender.
- 3
Prepare the Au Jus
Once the roast is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. Strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan, discarding the solids. Bring to a simmer over low heat to reduce slightly, if desired.
- 4
Assemble the Sandwiches
Slice the roast thinly. Cut the French loaves in half and layer with slices of roast beef and Swiss cheese. Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Serve
Serve the sandwiches hot with a small bowl of the au jus for dipping.