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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef served on toasted rolls with melted cheese and a rich, savory au jus for dipping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 roast beef chuck roast 3 to 4 pounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth low sodium
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 rolls hoagie rolls or French bread
  • 6 slices provolone or Swiss cheese

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Sear the chuck roast in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until browned, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Sauté the sliced onions briefly in the same skillet before adding them to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, thyme, and pepper over the meat.
  4. Cook on low for 8 to 9 hours until the beef is tender enough to shred with a fork.
  5. Shred the meat, return it to the broth, then assemble on toasted rolls with cheese and serve with the broth for dipping.

Notes

  • Toasting the buns before assembling the sandwich is crucial to prevent them from becoming immediately soggy when eating.