French Dip Sandwich
Description
The most essential elements of a French dip sandwich are tender, thinly sliced beef and a savory jus for dipping. When you use a slow cooker, you can prep in the morning for delicious sandwiches that are ready come dinnertime.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed
- 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 to 4 pounds)
- 5 cups water
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 1-1/2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 14 french rolls, split
- 2 cups shredded swiss cheese
Directions
- In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cut roast in half; place over onions.
- In a large bowl, combine water, soy sauce, soup mix, browning sauce if desired, and garlic; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 7-9 hours.
- Remove roast with a slotted spoon and let stand for 15 minutes. Thinly slice meat across grain. Place on roll bottoms; sprinkle with Swiss cheese. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Broil 3-4 in. from heat until cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Replace tops. Skim fat from cooking juices; strain and serve as a dipping sauce if desired.
