French Dip with Italian Attitude

Indulge in the bold fusion of flavors with "French Dip with Italian Attitude," a gourmet twist on the classic sandwich that’s perfect for satisfying your cravings. This irresistible recipe features tender, thinly sliced Italian beef, enveloped in the warm embrace of melted provolone cheese and nestled on crispy Italian sub rolls or baguettes. The true star of the show is the richly spiced au jus, crafted with a medley of beef broth, dry red wine, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of balsamic vinegar—infusing every dip with depth and sophistication. A touch of garlic butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevate the sandwich to gourmet status, making it the ultimate comfort food for casual dinners or game-day feasts. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy yet impressive recipe offers a hearty serving of Italian-inspired indulgence that’s perfectly paired with the classic French dip tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian beef (thinly sliced deli roast beef or homemade slow-cooked Italian beef)
• 8 slices Provolone cheese
• 4 Italian sub rolls or baguettes
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Dry red wine
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Pour in the beef broth and red wine. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Meanwhile, split the Italian rolls or baguettes in half and lightly toast them in the preheated oven for 2–3 minutes to crisp up the edges.

Step 5

Warm the sliced roast beef in the simmering au jus (without overcooking it) for about 2–3 minutes.

Step 6

Assemble the sandwiches: Layer the warmed Italian beef onto the bottom half of each roll. Top the beef with two slices of provolone cheese per sandwich. Place the sandwich halves (open-faced) back in the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the sandwiches from the oven and top with the other half of the roll. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 8

Strain the au jus through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bits of garlic or seasoning, if desired. Serve the sandwiches hot with individual bowls of au jus for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2036.2 grams (2036.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3179

Total Fat 137.70g	177%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 11505mg	500%
Total Carbohydrate 216.50g	79%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 212.10g	424%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2014mg	155%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 2926mg	62%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 29.3%