2 tablespoons olive oil<\/p>\n
1 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n
1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/p>\n
1 large onion, thinly sliced<\/p>\n
4 cloves garlic, minced<\/p>\n
1 cup beef broth<\/p>\n
1\/2 cup soy sauce<\/p>\n
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/p>\n
1 bay leaf<\/p>\n
1 teaspoon dried thyme<\/p>\n
6-8 hoagie rolls<\/p>\n
8-12 slices provolone cheese<\/p>\n
Directions:<\/p>\n
Sear the beef chuck roast, seasoned with salt and pepper, in a skillet with olive oil until it forms a golden-brown crust.<\/p>\n
Place the onions and garlic in the slow cooker, topped with the seared roast.<\/p>\n
Mix beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and thyme. Pour over the beef.<\/p>\n
Cook on low for 8 hours, or high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily.<\/p>\n
Shred the beef and skim the fat from the cooking juices, discarding the bay leaf. Use the juices as au jus for dipping.<\/p>\n
Broil the hoagie rolls with shredded beef and provolone cheese until the cheese melts.<\/p>\n
Serve immediately, accompanied by warm au jus.<\/p>\n
Variations & Tips:<\/p>\n
For added flavor, mix a splash of red wine into the broth.<\/p>\n
Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.<\/p>\n
Saut\u00e9ed mushrooms can be added for an earthy flavor.<\/p>\n
Refrigerate the juices for easier fat removal, resulting in a clearer au jus.<\/p>\n
A dab of horseradish sauce on the bun adds a tangy zest.<\/p>\n
Select high-grade chuck roast for the best flavor.<\/p>\n
Enjoy this effortless yet satisfying meal, a testament to the beauty of simple, slow-cooked goodness. The French Dip Sandwich is not just a meal; it\u2019s a culinary journey that promises warmth and comfort in every bite.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1\/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 large onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup beef broth 1\/2 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried thyme 6-8 hoagie rolls 8-12 slices provolone cheese Directions: Sear the beef chuck roast, seasoned with salt…<\/p>\n