French Dip Sandwich

Ingredients:

For the Beef:

• 2 lbs. beef ribeye

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped

For the Au Jus (Dipping Sauce):

• 2 cups beef broth (low sodium)

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 small onion, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 sprig fresh rosemary

• 1 tbsp butter

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sandwiches:

• 4 French baguette rolls, split

• 12 slices Swiss cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef:

• Season the beef with salt and place uncovered in the refrigerator over night.

• Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).

• Rub beef with pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and thyme.

• Place in a roasting pan and cook until an internal temperature of 120 degrees internal temperature is reached.

• Allow beef to come to room temperature.

• Place the beef in the refrigerator and allow it to chill.

• Once the beef has chilled, slice it thinly.

2. Make the Au Jus:

• In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until soft.

• Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh rosemary.

• Simmer for 45 minutes.

• Taste and season with salt and pepper.

• Strain to remove solids. Keep warm.

3. Assemble the Sandwiches:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

• Slice the bread open.

• Lay the cheese on the top bun and toast the bread in the oven until it begins to crisp and the begins to melt.

4. Serve & Pair with Wine:

• Serve hot with au jus for dipping.

• Pour a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah and enjoy!