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Delicious Crockpot French Dip with tender beef and flavorful broth

Crockpot French Dip

This slow-cooked Crockpot French Dip features tender shredded beef bathed in savory au jus, piled into hoagie rolls with optional melted cheese, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast (trimmed of excess fat if preferred) Choose a chuck roast for its marbling and connective tissue.
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium recommended) Use low-sodium for better control over saltiness.
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season lightly, considering the salt content from the broth and soy sauce.
  • 4 pieces hoagie rolls
  • to taste Sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the roast in the slow cooker.
  3. Scatter the sliced onion and minced garlic over the top of the beef.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and water. Add the Worcestershire and soy sauces.
  5. Season lightly with salt and several grinds of black pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours, until the beef pulls apart easily.
  2. Remove the meat to a cutting board or shred it in the slow cooker using two forks.
  3. Strain the cooking liquid through a fine mesh sieve and reserve as au jus for dipping.
  4. Serve the shredded beef piled on hoagie rolls, topping with provolone or mozzarella if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 1100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

To prevent soggy rolls, toast or grill them before assembling. Spoon au jus on the side for dipping instead of soaking the sandwich. Always refrigerate leftovers properly.

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