French Dip Sandwiches
French dip sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender, thinly sliced roast beef nestled in crusty French bread and served with a rich au jus for dipping. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy evenings or game-day gatherings, creating unforgettable moments around the table. With layers of flavor and the option to customize ingredients to suit your taste, this recipe promises satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 1 loaf crusty French bread (or baguette)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup provolone cheese (optional)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season chuck roast with garlic powder and black pepper, then place in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1 to 1.5 hours until internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Meanwhile, sauté thinly sliced onions in olive oil over medium heat until caramelized, about 20–25 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine beef broth with drippings from the roast and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Once the beef has rested for at least 15 minutes, slice it thinly against the grain.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering sliced beef on toasted French bread, topping with caramelized onions and cheese if desired. Serve hot with au jus on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg