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Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich

If this slow cooker french dip sandwich filled with beef, melted cheese, caramelized onions and a beef broth to dip in sounds appealing, you NEED to make these!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
9 hrs
Total Time
9 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 18 (Varies)
Calories: 308 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 lb beef round roast (trimmed)
  • 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large red bell pepper (cored, seeded and sliced into strips)
  • 
Sargento Reduced Fat Provolone or Mozzarella Slices
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic  (minced)
  • 3 large onions (thinly sliced)
  • 1 large green bell pepper (cored, seeded and sliced into strips)
  • whole wheat baguettes or rolls (cut into 2 oz pieces)
  • 1 tbsp fresh Rosemary (or 1 tsp dry)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dry)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 to 3 14.5 oz cans Swanson's low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
  • 10 whole peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 large onion (cut into chunks)

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl mix garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Rub the spice mixture onto all sides of the roast, then place in the slow cooker. Pour the broth into the side of the roast then top with onions.
  2. Add the Worcestershire sauce, peppercorns and bay leaf to the broth.
  3. Cover and cook on low until the meat flakes apart easily with a fork, about 9 to 12 hours, depending on the size of your roast.
  4. An hour before the meat is done, prepare the onions and peppers.
  5. In a large nonstick skillet heat the oil over medium heat.
  6. Add the onions and salt and cook until golden, stirring often, reducing heat as needed if the onions are burning or browning too quickly, about 30 to 35 minutes. Add 1 tbsp to the pan if it becomes too dry. The onions should turn golden and the flavor should be sweet.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl, then add the peppers to the skillet and cook stirring often until soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
  8. Remove the meat from the slow cooker to a cutting board and shred with a fork or slice with a knife.
  9. Strain the broth through a fine sieve then place in a gravy separator to remove any fat. Pour 1/4 cup broth into each small ramekin.
  10. Preheat the oven to broil. Split the bread open and top with 2 ounces of beef. Top with onions, peppers and cheese and broil until the cheese melts. Place on a plate with broth for dipping.

Notes

  • Nutrition based on: 2 oz whole wheat baguette, 2 oz cooked beef round, 1/4 cup beef broth, 1 slice cheese, onions & peppers.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1sandwich (see below) Calories 308kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3.5g (18%) Cholesterol 40mg (13%) Sodium 620mg (26%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18(Varies)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 308

% Daily Value*

Serving 1sandwich (see below)
Calories 308kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3.5g 18%
Cholesterol 40mg 13%
Sodium 620mg 26%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.