Description
Discover the hearty and flavorful Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches, a perfect summer crockpot dinner option. Tender shredded beef served on crusty buns with savory au jus for dipping, making it an effortless and delicious meal for gatherings or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds of Crockpot Beef, such as chuck roast or beef brisket
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4-6 hoagie buns or crusty baguettes
- Optional: sliced provolone or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Season beef with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Place in crockpot with minced garlic, sliced onion, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until beef is tender and shreddable.
- Remove beef, shred with two forks, and strain the cooking liquid to serve as au jus for dipping.
- Lightly toast the buns, pile shredded beef inside, add cheese if desired, and serve with a bowl of hot au jus for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sliced mushrooms or caramelized onions to the beef before cooking.
- Use crusty French baguettes or hoagie rolls for better texture and crunch.
- Melt provolone or Swiss cheese on top of the beef for a gooey finish.
- Adding a splash of red wine during cooking can enhance the depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours on low
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich with au jus
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg