Description
These Easy French Dip Sliders are a quick and delicious crowd-pleaser featuring tender roast beef and melted provolone cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls, served with a savory homemade au jus for dipping. Perfect for game day, parties, or a simple weeknight meal, these sliders are baked to bubbly, golden perfection in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 1 (12-count) package Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 1.5 lbs thinly sliced deli roast beef
- 6-8 slices provolone cheese (or Swiss cheese)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Au Jus
- 4 cups beef broth (or consommé)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Optional
- Caramelized onions
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Slice and layer the rolls: Carefully slice the sweet rolls horizontally through the middle, keeping the sheet intact. Place the bottom halves evenly into the greased baking dish as the base layer.
- Add meat, cheese, and optional onions: Spread half of the thinly sliced roast beef evenly over the bottom rolls. If using, distribute caramelized onions on top of the beef. Then layer half of the provolone cheese slices over the beef. Repeat the layers with the remaining beef and cheese. Finally, place the top halves of the rolls over everything to form the sliders.
- Make garlic butter and brush: In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Generously brush this flavorful mixture over the tops of the slider buns to enhance taste and promote browning.
- Bake the sliders: Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil to keep the sliders moist. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the tops are golden brown.
- Prepare the au jus: While the sliders bake, combine beef broth and Worcestershire sauce in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low to keep warm for dipping.
- Serve: Remove the sliders from the oven, slice into individual servings, and serve immediately with warm au jus for dipping, providing a rich, flavorful complement to the savory sandwiches.
Notes
- Using Hawaiian sweet rolls adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory beef and cheese.
- Caramelized onions are optional but add a delicious depth of flavor.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with Swiss or mozzarella if preferred.
- Keep the au jus warm on low heat but do not boil once heated to preserve flavor.
- For extra crispiness, broil the tops for 1-2 minutes after baking (watch carefully to avoid burning).
- These sliders are best served fresh but can be reheated wrapped in foil in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
