Easy French Dip Sliders
Easy French Dip Sliders are a delightful dish that captures the essence of comfort food with savory roast beef, melted provolone cheese, and sweet caramelized onions in soft Hawaiian rolls, along with a rich au jus for dipping.
Ingredients
For the Sliders
- 1 package (12 count) Hawaiian sweet rolls These soft, slightly sweet rolls serve as the perfect base for your sliders.
- 1 lb thinly sliced deli roast beef Juicy and tender, the roast beef is the star of this recipe.
- 8 slices provolone cheese Creamy and melty cheese enhances the savory notes of the beef.
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced Caramelized onions add a sweet depth to the sliders.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided Brings richness and helps caramelize the onions.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds an aromatic punch to the overall flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Adds depth of flavor with savory, tangy notes.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Adds a warm flavor that complements the beef perfectly.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste Essential for seasoning.
For the Au Jus
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth Adds moisture and richness for dipping.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce for broth Enhances the flavor of the broth.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme for broth Reinforces the flavor in the dipping sauce.
- Salt to taste for broth For perfect seasoning of the dipping sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until soft and golden. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, simmer the beef broth, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and thyme for about 5 minutes. Keep warm on low heat.
- Slice the entire tray of rolls in half horizontally without separating the individual rolls.
Assembly
- Layer the bottom half generously with roast beef, provolone cheese, and the caramelized onions. Replace the top half of the rolls.
- In a separate small bowl, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter with the minced garlic. Brush this mixture generously over the roll tops.
Baking
- Cover the entire slider tray with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cut the sliders into individual portions and serve warm with the savory au jus for dipping.
Notes
For added flavor, consider tossing in sautéed mushrooms or roasted peppers along with the caramelized onions. Don't rush the caramelization of the onions—the lower and slower, the better for achieving a deep, rich flavor.