Texas Toast French Dip

Name: Texas Toast French Dip Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices frozen Texas toast; 1 packet au jus gravy mix; 2 cups water; 1 lb deli roast beef, thinly sliced; 8 slices provolone cheese; dried parsley, for garnish

A quick open-faced French dip sandwich layered with crispy garlic Texas toast, warm deli roast beef, and melted provolone cheese, served with au jus for dipping. It delivers classic diner flavors in under 15 minutes with minimal prep.

🌍American 🏷️French dip 🏷️Sandwich 🏷️Roast beef 🏷️Provolone Texas toast

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🏷️Au jus

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Total

15 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

8 slices frozen Texas toast
1 packet au jus gravy mix
2 cups water
1 lb deli roast beef, thinly sliced
8 slices provolone cheese
dried parsley, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Arrange the frozen Texas toast slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake according to package directions until golden and toasted.
2
While the toast is baking, prepare the au jus. In a small saucepan, combine the au jus gravy mix with water and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3
Add the sliced roast beef to the simmering au jus and stir gently to heat the meat through, about 1-2 minutes.
4
Using tongs, remove the warmed roast beef from the saucepan, allowing excess liquid to drip off, and pile it onto the baked Texas toast slices.
5
Top each portion of roast beef with a slice of provolone cheese.
6
Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
7
Garnish with a sprinkle of dried parsley. Serve immediately with the remaining warm au jus on the side for dipping.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast the Texas bread until golden and crispy on the edges to create a sturdy base that won't absorb too much au jus and collapse.
Layer the warm roast beef and cheese while the toast is still hot so the cheese melts evenly; broil for 1–2 minutes if needed to melt completely.
Serve au jus in a shallow bowl on the side rather than poured over the sandwich to keep the open-faced toast crisp.
Warm the deli roast beef briefly in the au jus or a hot skillet before layering to ensure it's warm and tender.

Substitutions

Regular sliced bread → Texas toast substitute like buttered white bread, brioche, or ciabatta (texture will be different)
Deli roast beef → thinly sliced ribeye, sirloin, or rotisserie chicken (chicken will yield a lighter flavor)
Provolone cheese → Swiss, American, or fresh mozzarella (Swiss adds nuttiness, American adds creaminess)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftover au jus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble fresh to maintain toast crispness; leftover assembled sandwiches do not keep well.

Common Questions

Can I make the au jus from scratch instead of using a packet?

Yes. Combine 2 cups beef broth with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Warm in a saucepan for 2–3 minutes.