Best French Dip Sandwich Recipe
A French dip sandwich is a classic comfort food featuring tender roast beef layered onto a crusty baguette, served with a flavorful au jus for dipping. This sandwich is perfect for an easy lunch or a satisfying dinner.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Large skillet
- Tongs or spatula
- Knife and cutting board
- Baking sheet (optional)
- Aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- For the Sandwich:
- 1 pound thinly sliced roast beef deli-style or leftover roast
- 4 French rolls or baguettes split lengthwise
- 8 slices provolone Swiss, or mozzarella cheese
- Butter for toasting the bread
- For the Au Jus:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the Au Jus:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Prepare the Sandwiches:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly butter the cut sides of the rolls. Toast them in the skillet until golden and crispy.
- Layer the roast beef onto the bottom halves of the toasted rolls.
- Melt the Cheese (Optional):
- Place 2 slices of cheese on top of the beef in each sandwich.
- Place the sandwiches open-faced on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls.
- Serve immediately with small bowls of warm au jus on the side for dipping.