Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches

Name: Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 1 beef rump or bottom round roast (3 pounds); 1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning; 1 carton (26 ounces) beef stock; 12 whole wheat hoagie buns, split; 6 ounces Havarti cheese, cut into 12 slices

These sandwiches make a standout addition to any buffet line. Make sure to have plenty of small cups of broth for everyone to grab. Dipping perfection! —Holly Neuharth, Mesa, Arizona

Ingredients

1 beef rump or bottom round roast (3 pounds)
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1 carton (26 ounces) beef stock
12 whole wheat hoagie buns, split
6 ounces Havarti cheese, cut into 12 slices

Directions

Cut roast in half. Mix onion powder, garlic powder and Creole seasoning; rub onto beef. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add stock. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender.
Remove beef; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. When cool enough to handle, shred beef with 2 forks and return to slow cooker.
Place buns on ungreased baking sheets, cut side up. Using tongs, place beef on bun bottoms. Place cheese on bun tops. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Close sandwiches; serve with cooking juices.

Editor's Note

The following spices may be substituted for 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning: 1/4 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and paprika; and a pinch each of dried thyme, ground cumin and cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Facts

1 sandwich with 1/3 cup juices: 456 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein.

Originally published as Slow Cooker French Dip in Simple & Delicious June/July 2013

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acgmellor

Nov 27, 2016

My family loved this!
Muffintop1

Sep 1, 2016

Made this for work, everyone raved about it and wanted the recipe. I used London Broil that I got on sale. Was very flavorful and tender.
Cookiesnob

May 24, 2016

I've made this several times -- it is wonderful! The aroma fills the house while it's cooking and it tastes soooo good!
Mooster270

Mar 15, 2016

Everyone loved it!!! yummy
LPHJKitchen

Aug 27, 2015

This recipe was very easy and using the slow cooker really sold me on it! I was afraid the meat would be dry but it was very moist and the broth mixture was really good. We added some sliced onions in the mix too for added flavor. Will definitely make again!
tbry1

Jul 29, 2015

Loved by all! Easy and great tasting recipe!
Jllybn0106

Aug 4, 2014

Everyone loved this. Will make again.
lmmanda

Jun 29, 2014

French dip sandwiches are my favorite so I had high hopes for these. I was very disappointed. I cooked the meat for the minimum amount of time, rubbed with the exact amount of spices and ended up with dried out meat with no flavor. I'm not sure if I will attempt to ever make these again.
rachellestratton

Feb 13, 2014

I like to put in some hot Italian peppers. Great recipe and will make again.
DianeC23

Jan 7, 2014

Very good, and very easy to make. It smells delicious while cooking, too. Make sure you toast the buns as directed... I skipped that step and regretted it due to the sandwiches getting soggy. I did use provolone cheese, but it was yummy nonetheless!