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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe

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This Crockpot French Dip recipe features tender slow-cooked beef roast simmered in a savory onion and garlic broth, served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted provolone cheese. The rich beef broth on the side serves as a flavorful dipping jus, making this sandwich a comforting and delicious meal perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 34 lbs beef roast
  • ½ onion, sliced
  • 1 packaged onion soup mix (about 1 oz)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 6 hoagie rolls
  • 12 slices provolone cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crockpot: Place the beef roast, sliced onion, onion soup mix, minced garlic, and beef broth into the crockpot. Make sure the beef is submerged in the broth for even cooking.
  2. Cook the beef: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and infused with the flavors of the broth and seasonings.
  3. Shred the beef: Once cooked, carefully remove the beef from the crockpot and shred it using two forks until it is pulled apart and ready for sandwiches.
  4. Toast the rolls: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls to add a nice crunch that complements the juicy beef.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches: Place the shredded beef onto the toasted hoagie rolls and top each sandwich with two slices of provolone cheese.
  6. Melt the cheese: To get the perfect melty cheese topping, place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for a few minutes until the provolone is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Serve with dip: Ladle some of the flavorful cooking broth from the crockpot into small bowls to use as a dipping jus. Serve the sandwiches hot alongside the broth for dipping.
  8. Optional thickened sauce: To thicken the broth, mix ¼ cup cornstarch with ¼ cup water to create a slurry. Stir this into the broth in the crockpot, turn to high heat, and stir continuously until the sauce thickens into a nice gravy consistency.

Notes

  • You can thicken the broth by mixing ¼ cup cornstarch with ¼ cup water and stirring it into the broth, then cooking on high until thickened.
  • Using a broiler to melt the cheese adds a delicious golden finish.
  • For extra flavor, toast the hoagie rolls before assembling the sandwiches.
  • Leftover shredded beef can be stored in the broth for reheating and preserving moisture.

Keywords: Crockpot French Dip, Slow Cooker French Dip, Beef Sandwich, French Dip Sandwich, Crockpot Recipes, Slow Cooker Sandwiches