Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM
A hearty and flavorful sandwich made with slow-cooked beef, onions, and peppers, served with a savory dipping broth.
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches 🥪
When it comes to comforting, hearty sandwiches, few things beat a Slow Cooker French Dip. Tender slices of slow-cooked beef infused with herbs and spices, topped with melty mozzarella, caramelized onions, and colorful bell peppers — all served on a crusty baguette with rich, savory broth for dipping. 🤤
Why You’ll Love This Recipe 💛
This recipe combines the ease of a slow cooker with the flavor of a classic French bistro sandwich. The long, gentle cooking time allows the beef to soak up all the goodness of rosemary, thyme, and garlic — resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for dipping.
Key Ingredients 🧄🌿
- Lean beef round roast – Tender and flavorful when slow-cooked.
- Fresh rosemary and thyme – Adds aromatic depth.
- Onions and bell peppers – Sweet, caramelized flavor.
- Mozzarella cheese – Melts beautifully over the hot beef.
- Beef broth – The essential base for your au jus dipping sauce.
How to Make It 👩🍳
- Season the Beef: Combine garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub the roast all over and place it in your slow cooker.
- Slow Cook: Add Worcestershire sauce and enough broth to cover the meat. Cook on low for 9–12 hours until fork-tender.
- Add Veggies: In the last hour, toss in sliced onions and bell peppers.
- Shred & Broil: Once done, shred or slice the beef. Separate the onions and peppers from the broth using a slotted spoon, skim the fat off the broth, and keep it warm.
- Assemble: Pile the beef, onions, peppers, and mozzarella on baguette halves. Broil just until the cheese melts and turns bubbly.
- Serve: Ladle the hot broth into ramekins for dipping — the signature French Dip experience! 🇫🇷
Tips & Tricks 💡
- Lean cuts like beef round roast work best for a balance of tenderness and low fat.
- Overnight hack: If time allows, refrigerate the broth overnight to easily remove the solidified fat layer.
- Upgrade your bread: Use slightly toasted baguettes or ciabatta rolls for extra crunch.
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for a subtle spicy kick! 🌶️
Perfect Pairings 🍷
Pair these sandwiches with a crisp green salad, roasted potatoes, or even a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon for the ultimate comfort meal.
Final Thoughts ✨
This Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich is the definition of fuss-free comfort food — perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or feeding a hungry crowd. Every dip into that savory broth delivers rich flavor and pure satisfaction. ❤️
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoMA hearty and flavorful sandwich made with slow-cooked beef, onions, and peppers, served with a savory dipping broth.
Tools Used
Slow Cooker
Gravy Separator
Broiler
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Ingredients
Spice Mix
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation
- 1
In a small bowl, mix together garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub the roast entirely with the spice mix and place it in the slow cooker.
- 2
Add Worcestershire sauce and enough broth to cover the meat. Cover with the lid and cook on low until the meat is fork-tender, 9 to 12 hours, depending on roast thickness.
- 3
An hour before the meat is done, add onions and bell peppers into the slow cooker.
Serving
- 1
Once the roast is tender, transfer the meat to a cutting board and shred with a fork or slice with a knife.
- 2
Using a slotted spoon, remove the onions and peppers from the broth. Use a gravy separator to remove any fat from the broth or leave it in the fridge overnight to skim off the solidified fat.
- 3
Preheat the broiler. Slice the baguettes and top with 2 ounces of beef, plus onions, peppers, and cheese. Place under the broiler until cheese melts.
- 4
Serve with ramekins of broth for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 sandwich
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
