Crock Pot French Dip (Printer-Friendly)
Tender slow-cooked beef with melted cheese on fresh rolls and flavorful au jus dipping sauce.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
3 pounds beef chuck roast
→ Seasonings
02 -
1 package (28 grams) onion soup mix
03 -
1 package (28 grams) au jus gravy mix
→ Liquids
04 -
2 cups beef broth, low sodium
05 -
1 cup water
→ Bakery
06 -
6 soft sub rolls, 6-inch each
→ Dairy
07 -
6 slices provolone cheese
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chuck roast on all sides until a rich crust forms, about 4 minutes per side, without cooking through.
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In a medium bowl, combine beef broth, onion soup mix, au jus gravy mix, and water. Stir to blend evenly.
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Place the browned roast in the slow cooker. Pour the broth mixture over the beef. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours without lifting the lid.
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One hour before serving, shred the beef with two forks or slice thinly. Return the meat to the slow cooker and continue cooking on low for another hour.
05 -
Preheat broiler. Place sub rolls on a baking sheet, top each with shredded beef, and layer on provolone slices. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts and rolls are lightly toasted, watching closely.
06 -
Strain the cooking liquid to serve as au jus on the side. Add additional beef broth if needed to ensure sufficient dipping sauce.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Browning the roast before slow cooking enhances flavor but is optional. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain tenderness.