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Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich with Caramelized Onions

This Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich is a flavor-packed delight! Enjoy tender beef, sweet caramelized onions, and a savory broth in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb beef round roast trimmed
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dry)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dry)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2-3 (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
  • 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 large onions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 large red bell pepper cored, seeded, and sliced into strips
  • 1 large green bell pepper cored, seeded, and sliced into strips
  • Sargento Reduced Fat Provolone or Mozzarella Slices
  • Whole wheat baguettes or rolls cut into 2 oz pieces

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Begin by seasoning the beef round roast with minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasonings all over the roast, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, sear the beef roast on all sides until it’s nicely browned.
  3. Transfer the seared roast to your slow cooker. Add in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, whole peppercorns, bay leaf, and the chunked half onion.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low. Let the roast cook for 8-10 hours.
  5. While the beef is cooking, caramelize the onions in the same skillet with a sprinkle of kosher salt for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  6. In the last 10 minutes of cooking the onions, add in the sliced red and green bell peppers and stir.
  7. Once the beef is done, shred it using two forks and return to the broth.
  8. Slice your whole wheat baguettes or rolls in half. Layer on the shredded beef, top with caramelized onions and bell peppers, and add a slice of cheese.

Notes

  • Feel free to use chuck roast or brisket as alternative cuts of beef.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free rolls and ensure your broth is gluten-free.
  • Make the beef and broth a day in advance for easy meal prep.