French Dip Recipe
Savor our tender, slow-roasted beef sandwiched between fresh, crusty baguette, served with a side of rich, flavorful au jus for dipping.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Roast
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef chuck roast with salt, pepper, and oregano. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 2
Slow Cook the Roast
Transfer the seared roast to a slow cooker. Add sliced onion, minced garlic, and beef broth. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and shreds easily.
- 3
Shred the Beef
Once cooked, remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred the beef using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the broth in the slow cooker.
- 4
Prepare the Rolls
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the French rolls in half and place on a baking sheet. Top each roll with shredded beef and a slice of Swiss cheese.
- 5
Melt the Cheese
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6
Serve
Serve the sandwiches with a small bowl of the beef broth for dipping.
