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French Dip Sandwich

A classic French Dip Sandwich featuring tender roast beef served on a crusty roll, accompanied by a savory au jus for dipping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Roast Beef
  • 2 pounds beef roast such as top sirloin or ribeye
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth for au jus
  • 1 cup water
For the Sandwich
  • 4 sub rolls French or hoagie rolls toasted
  • 4 slices provolone cheese optional
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish optional, for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Roast Beef
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Rub the beef roast with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned.
  4. Transfer the roast to a roasting pan and add beef broth and water.
  5. Cover with foil and roast in the oven for about 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
  6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Assemble the Sandwich
  1. Slice the roast beef thinly against the grain.
  2. Place the sliced beef on toasted sub rolls.
  3. Top with provolone cheese if desired.
  4. Serve with a small bowl of au jus for dipping.
  5. Add horseradish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a richer au jus, consider adding a splash of red wine to the broth during roasting.

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