Uncle Bill’s French Dip and Roast Beef Sandwich

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 4

Delectable Uncle Bill's French Dip and Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 tablespoons dry onion soup mix ( Liptons )
	3 cups water
	2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon
	1 lb finely sliced deli roast beef or 1 lb of your own cooked beef
	4 4 large italian buns or 4 large portuguese buns
	2 tablespoons butter
	2 tablespoons horseradish , freshly processed ( or more )
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

527

Sugar

Fat

26g

Uncle Bill's French Dip and Roast Beef Sandwich is a classic American sandwich that dates back to the early 20th century. It is believed to have originated in a restaurant in Los Angeles, where one of the customers requested the bread to be dipped in the beef's natural juices. It has since become a staple sandwich in many households and is a popular choice for a quick lunch or snack. The sandwich is made with roast beef, horseradish sauce, and served with Au Jus gravy to give it a tangy flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, mix soup mix, water and instant beef bouillon and stir well.
2.	Add in the finely sliced deli roast beef or your own cooked beef and heat the mixture until the beef is tender and well cooked.
3.	Split the Italian buns or the Portuguese buns.
4.	Melt the butter in a skillet.
5.	Spread horseradish sauce and roast beef inside the buns.
6.	Add salt and pepper to taste at this stage.
7.	Transfer to skillet of melted butter and brown both sides until crispy and golden brown.
8.	Serve hot and steamy with a dash of the Au-Jus gravy on the side.
9.

PROS

Easy to make with ingredients available in local shops, suitable for a quick snack or a light meal.

The sandwich is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, giving a delightful texture.

CONS

The sandwich contains high levels of sodium due to the onion soup mix.

The French Dip and Roast Beef Sandwich can get a little messy due to the Au Jus gravy, so be prepared to lick your fingers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Roast beef is a good source of protein and helps build muscle and tissue in the body.
The horseradish has antimicrobial properties which can help fight respiratory infections and cancer.
The sandwich is also low in sugar and high in fiber, which aids in digestion.