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French Dip Bistro Sandwiches

French dips have long been a popular choice on luncheon menus. This contemporary variation is especially good since it's warmed in the oven, marrying the flavors of sweet red pepper, mild red onion, tender beef and gooey mozzarella cheese. Au jus gravy is served on the side, enhancing the meaty flavor of these satisfying sandwiches.—Taste of Home Cooking School

4 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

1 package (17 ounces) Hormel® Fully Cooked Beef Roast Au Jus
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
4 submarine sandwich buns (about 10 inches) , split
Salt and pepper to taste
1 sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing

Directions

Remove roast from package, reserving juices. Slice or shred roast
thinly. To make sandwiches, place half of shredded cheese on bottom
halves of each bun. Layer beef on top of cheese. Season with salt
and pepper. Arrange pepper slices and bacon over beef. Drizzle with
Italian dressing. Top with remaining shredded cheese. Place tops on
buns. Wrap sandwiches individually in foil. Bake at 350° for
10-12 minutes or until heated through. Place meat juices in a
microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave on high for 1 minute or
until juices come to a boil. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Slice in half and serve. Serve juices in small bowls on the side for
dipping sandwiches. Yield: 4 servings.

Preparation Tips: Use a large oblong roll for these hearty sandwiches. Depending on the region of the country, submarine sandwich rolls may be called grinder, hoagie or po'boy rolls. Its best to wrap the sandwiches in foil prior to heating to prevent the

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French Dip Bistro Sandwiches (continued)

Editor's Note: bread from drying out. Also, if your family eats in shifts, it is easy to keep the prepared sandwiches in a warm oven for folks to enjoy when they arrive home. Keep this recipe in mind for fun fall tailgating. The sandwiches can be put together at home and wrapped in foil. Later, they can be "grilled" over low heat. Remember to turn the wrapped sandwiches during heating.