Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
Delicious and savory sandwiches filled with tender beef, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, served with a rich dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Beef and Seasonings
- 1.4 kg chuck roast A well-marbled cut that becomes tender in the slow cooker.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced For added flavor.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme Can be adjusted based on preference.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Cooking Liquids
- 295 ml beef consomme
- 240 ml beef broth
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 60 ml Worcestershire sauce
Bread and Toppings
- 6 crusty sandwich rolls Lightly toasted for best results.
- 6 slices provolone cheese For adding a creamy texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix salt, black pepper, onion powder, and dried thyme in a small bowl.
- Season the chuck roast generously with the spice blend.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned roast in the slow cooker and add beef consomme, beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Once finished, shred the beef in the slow cooker with two forks allowing it to soak in the juices.
Assembly
- Lightly toast the sandwich rolls until golden.
- Fill each roll with shredded beef and top with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Strain the cooking liquid into a bowl to serve as au jus for dipping.
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Notes
Serve with crunchy pickles or potato chips on the side. For a casual dinner, set up a self-serve sandwich-making station.