French Dip Sandwich – Juicy, Melty, and Dippable Perfection
The French Dip Sandwich is a classic for a reason—tender slices of roast beef piled onto a toasted baguette, topped with melty cheese, and served with a rich, savory au jus for dipping. It’s the ultimate comfort food for lunch or dinner, and incredibly easy to recreate at home.
🍽 Ingredients (Servings: 4)
For the Sandwiches:
- 1 lb thinly sliced roast beef (deli or homemade)
- 4 crusty sandwich rolls or French baguette sections
- 8 slices provolone or Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting the rolls)
For the Au Jus (Dipping Sauce):
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely sliced (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or ¼ teaspoon dried (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Au Jus:
🍲 In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions (if using) and garlic until fragrant. Add beef broth, Worcestershire, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes. Strain and keep warm.
2️⃣ Warm the Beef:
🔥 Add sliced roast beef to the au jus for 1–2 minutes to warm through—do not boil. Remove with tongs and set aside.
3️⃣ Toast the Rolls:
🧈 Butter the insides of the rolls and toast them in a skillet or under a broiler until golden brown.
4️⃣ Assemble the Sandwiches:
🧀 Layer warm beef onto each roll, top with cheese, and return to the broiler for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5️⃣ Serve with Au Jus:
🥖 Slice sandwiches in half and serve with small bowls of warm au jus for dipping.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to help you create the best French Dip Sandwich
- 🥩 Sliced Deli Roast Beef – High-quality, juicy beef for ease and flavor.
- 🍞 French Baguette or Hoagie Rolls – Crusty outside, soft inside—perfect for dipping.
- 🔪 Carving Knife Set – Ideal if slicing your own beef roast.
- 🍲 Soup & Sauce Dipping Bowls – Just the right size for au jus.
- 🧀 Provolone Cheese Slices – Mild, melty, and delicious.
- 🌿 Fresh Thyme Herb – Adds an aromatic note to the au jus.
💡 Helpful Tip
For an extra decadent sandwich, use a slow-roasted beef chuck roast and make your au jus from the pan drippings. And don’t skip the toasting—it keeps the bread from getting soggy!