French Dip Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our French Dip Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. This sandwich features layers of savory roast beef and rich Swiss cheese, complemented by sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between crispy slices of French bread. Each bite is enhanced by a warm au jus for dipping, making it perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 slices crusty French bread
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 12 ounces thinly sliced roast beef
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with olive oil. Add onions and sauté until golden brown (12–15 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
- In a small saucepan, combine low-sodium beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste. Strain and keep warm.
- Assemble sandwiches: Layer bread with Swiss cheese, roast beef, caramelized onions, and another slice of cheese on top. Cover with remaining bread.
- Butter the outsides of each sandwich. Grill in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Slice sandwiches in half and serve with warm au jus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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