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Easy French Dip Sliders Recipe

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These Easy French Dip Sliders are savory, cheesy, and perfect for game day or a quick meal. Caramelized onions, tender roast beef, melted provolone cheese, and buttery sweet rolls come together in a deliciously baked slider sandwich served with flavorful au jus for dipping.

Ingredients

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For the Caramelized Onions

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sliders

  • 12 sweet rolls
  • 10 slices provolone cheese
  • 14 ounces sliced deli roast beef

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dried onion soup mix

For the Au Jus

  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 3 cups water
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the thinly sliced onions and coat them well with the butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 12-15 minutes until the onions are soft and nicely browned but not burnt. Stir in the minced thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take the sweet rolls out of the package, keeping them intact. Using a large knife, slice the rolls horizontally to separate the tops from the bottoms. Place the bottom halves cut side up in an 11×7-inch baking dish.
  3. Assemble the Sliders: Layer half of the provolone cheese slices evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls. Add the sliced roast beef on top, then evenly spread the caramelized onions over the meat. Next, add the remaining provolone cheese slices, then place the top halves of the rolls over everything.
  4. Add the Butter Topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and dried onion soup mix. Brush this mixture evenly over the tops of the rolls to ensure they are well coated.
  5. Bake the Sliders: Cover the baking dish loosely with foil, making sure it does not touch the tops of the rolls. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops of the rolls.
  6. Prepare the Au Jus: While the sliders are baking, prepare the au jus gravy according to the package instructions, using 3 cups of water. Heat until warm and ready for dipping.
  7. Serve: Garnish the sliders with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve the sliders hot, accompanied by the au jus on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Dried thyme can be substituted for fresh thyme; use half the amount since dried herbs are more potent.
  • While sweet rolls are preferred for their soft sweetness, any slider buns will work.
  • Provolone cheese is ideal for its melt and flavor, but mozzarella can be used as an alternative.
  • The au jus gravy is optional but highly recommended for added flavor and moisture when dipping the sliders.
  • These sliders can be frozen before baking; wrap tightly and freeze. Thaw before baking as directed.

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