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Thomas Baker

Crafting Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Easy Dinner

Enjoy tender, juicy beef slow-cooked to perfection in this Crafting Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches recipe. Ideal for an easy dinner or a family dinner, these slow cooker sandwiches deliver rich flavors and a comforting meal with a delicious au jus for dipping. Perfect for weeknight meals or game day gatherings, this beef dip recipe is sure to satisfy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 4 hoagie rolls
  • 4 slices provolone cheese optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Dry the beef chuck roast with paper towels, then coat it evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat a skillet to medium-high and brown the roast on every side, approximately 3-4 minutes each side, for extra flavor – this step can be omitted for convenience.
  3. Place the seared or raw beef into your Crockpot.
  4. Combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce in a bowl, then pour this liquid mixture over the roast inside the Crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook the beef on low heat for about 8 hours, until it becomes tender enough to shred easily.
  6. Take the roast out and let it rest for 5 minutes before shredding it into pieces with two forks.
  7. Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot to absorb the juices for a few minutes while preparing the rolls.
  8. Slice the hoagie rolls open and, if you wish, broil the provolone cheese on them for 1-2 minutes until melted.
  9. Assemble the sandwiches by filling the rolls with the shredded beef, and serve with a side bowl of the flavorful au jus for dipping. Garnish with parsley as preferred.

Notes

  • For a flavor boost, add sliced onions or bell peppers to the Crockpot with the beef. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheating with a splash of broth to keep the meat moist.