Description
This Texas Toast French Dip recipe combines crispy garlic Texas toast, melted provolone cheese, and warm roast beef served with flavorful au jus gravy for a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box frozen garlic Texas Toast (8 slices)
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 pound sliced deli roast beef
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- Dried parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cook the Texas Toast: Place the frozen garlic Texas Toast on the prepared sheet tray and bake for about 8 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through to ensure even toasting.
- Prepare the au jus: While the toast is baking, prepare the au jus gravy by mixing 1 packet of au jus gravy mix with 3 cups of cold water, following the package directions, and heat until warmed through.
- Warm the roast beef: Once the au jus is ready, submerge or warm the sliced deli roast beef in the hot au jus to heat it up and infuse flavor.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Place a half slice of provolone cheese on top of each cooked Texas toast slice.
- Add the roast beef: Evenly distribute the warmed roast beef slices on top of the cheese-covered toast slices.
- Top with remaining cheese: Place the remaining half slices of provolone cheese on top of the roast beef to create a cheesy layer on each sandwich.
- Melt the cheese: Return the assembled sandwiches to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the provolone cheese has fully melted and become bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally sprinkle dried parsley on top for garnish, then serve each sandwich immediately with a side of the warm au jus for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add sautéed onions or peppers to the roast beef before assembling the sandwiches.
- Use fresh provolone slices if possible for the best melting quality.
- If you want a crispier toast, broil the sandwiches for 1-2 minutes after melting the cheese but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftover au jus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for dipping.
- Substitute roast beef with another deli meat if preferred, though it may alter the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American