Easy Slow Cooker French Dip

From: Hani Selamat

On Aug 6, 2009

I couldn't find condensed french onion soup, so substituted more beef broth and dry onion soup mix as another reviewer did. I also halved the recipe, but unfortunate circumstances forced me to leave the crockpot cooking for the full seven hours, which left the beef too dry. Despite that, we could tell that had the beef turned out properly, it would have been amazingly delicious. Will cook again, and probably add mushrooms or carrots.

From: Marg (CaymanDesigns)

On Aug 8, 2008

What a quick, tasty meal! I only had a 2 lb roast so I used the can of French Onion soup and half of a bottle of beer. When I prepare it with a 4 lb roast, I'll probably use 2 cans of onion soup as we really like that flavor. I skipped the butter on the rolls to cut down on the fat. I made the mistake of thinking the meat was supposed to be like a shredded meat filling, which is why I cut it the way I did. DH told me it was supposed to be thin slices (I've never had French Dip before!) so next time I'll make sure to cut it properly. :o) Thanks for sharing! We all enjoyed it so I know I'll be making it again.

From: BlueState82

On Jun 13, 2007

This recipe is a favorite. I probably make it 7 or 8 times a year. I slice an onion and put it at the bottom of the slow cooker and add 7-8 pods of garlic. I season the roast with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and Tony Chachere's Herbs and Spices mix. I have found that the darker the beer, the better the flavor. Our favorite to use is Guiness. Also, the longer it cooks on really low heat, the better the flavor. Before we eat the sandwiches, I melt provolone cheese on top of the meat and spread some mayo on the other half of the bread. I actually have it cooking right now and can't wait to dig in.

From: Scoutie

On Dec 3, 2008

I made this a few months ago, forgot to rate it, but saw it in my Tried and True cookbook today. We really enjoyed this! Like BlueState, another reviewer, I added some onions and garlic. Also seasoned with Montreal Seasoning and fresh ground pepper. I had some home-made French Onion soup in the freezer that I used and that really put it over the top! So easy and so tasty. Thanks for posting.