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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches with beef, melted cheese, and dipping broth

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Savor the flavors of tender, shredded beef in homemade au jus piled on a soft bun, topped with gooey provolone cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 to 3 pounds beef roast (chuck or round) Choose a cut that is well-marbled for tenderness.
  • 1 medium onion, sliced Helps flavor the au jus.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic depth.
  • 1 cup beef broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 cup water To thin the au jus.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Enhances savory flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Gives a unique umami taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
Buns and Cheese
  • 6 pieces French rolls or hoagie buns Soft rolls work best for soaking up au jus.
  • 6 slices provolone cheese Can substitute with low-fat cheese.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the beef roast in the crockpot.
  2. Top with sliced onion and minced garlic.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together beef broth, water, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Pour this mixture over the roast.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the beef is tender and falling apart.
  2. Shred the beef with two forks and mix it back into the juice in the crockpot.
Serving
  1. Serve on French rolls or hoagie buns topped with provolone cheese.
  2. Use the leftover juice as an au jus dip.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the beef and bread separately in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze the beef for about a month.