French Dip Recipe

French Dip Sandwich Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Beef

   Season the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper on all sides.

2. 2

   Sear the Meat

   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef roast and sear it for about 4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the roast and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In the same pot, add sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the Liquid Ingredients

   Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add thyme and bay leaf.

5. 5

   Cook the Roast

   Return the beef chuck roast to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 3 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.

6. 6

   Shred the Beef

   Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.

7. 7

   Prepare the Rolls

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the French bread rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet.

8. 8

   Assemble the Sandwiches

   Add shredded beef to the bottom half of each roll and top with a slice or two of provolone cheese.

9. 9

   Melt the Cheese

   Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are lightly toasted.

10. 10

    Serve with Au Jus

    Serve the sandwiches hot with a small bowl of the beef broth (au jus) for dipping.