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Tender Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches

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These slow cooker French dip sandwiches feature tender, juicy beef roast cooked low and slow for melt-in-your-mouth flavor, served with rich homemade au jus and soft rolls.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6–8 French rolls or hoagie buns
  • 6–8 slices provolone or Swiss cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
  2. Optional: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the roast for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms.
  3. Spread the sliced onions evenly on the bottom of the slow cooker, then sprinkle the minced garlic on top.
  4. Place the seared (or unseared) roast on top of the onions and garlic.
  5. In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and rosemary. Pour this mixture over the roast, ensuring some liquid touches the meat.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the roast easily shreds with a fork and is tender throughout.
  7. Remove the roast carefully with tongs and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker to soak up the juices.
  8. Slice the French rolls horizontally. Pile on the tender shredded beef, then top with cheese slices. For melty cheese, broil the assembled sandwiches for 2-3 minutes until bubbly.
  9. Ladle some of the cooking liquid into small bowls for dipping. For thicker jus, simmer the broth on the stovetop and reduce slightly.

Notes

Searing the roast before slow cooking adds richer flavor but is optional. Use foil under the slow cooker lid if it doesn’t seal tightly to keep meat moist. For gluten-free, substitute rolls with gluten-free buns. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days refrigerated. Reheat gently with a splash of broth to maintain moisture.

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