Italian-Style French Dip Delight
This Italian-Style French Dip Delight is a delightful fusion of traditional French flavors with a vibrant Italian twist. Inspired by Rachael Ray's new TV show, this dish is incredibly simple yet packs a punch of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. The crispy baguette is loaded with beef, smothered in melted provolone, and accompanied by a rich, aromatic dipping jus infused with onion, garlic, and rosemary. Perfect for lunch or as a robust snack, this recipe serves 3-6 people and is sure to become a favorite in your household. Once you try it, you'll realize why it's become a staple in my kitchen!
4
Servings
450
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Baguette
1 (Wide, sliced open lengthwise.)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2-3 tablespoons (For drizzling.)
Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese
1/2 cup (Freshly grated.)
Onion
1 small (Chopped.)
Garlic Cloves
2 (1 chopped, 1 crushed.)
Tomato Paste
1 tablespoon (For flavoring.)
Beef Stock
2 cups (For the dipping jus.)
Fresh Rosemary
1 sprig (Chopped.)
Salt
to taste (For seasoning.)
Black Pepper
to taste (For seasoning.)
Sliced Roast Beef
1/2 to 3/4 lb (For the filling.)
Provolone Cheese
6 slices (For melting on top.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your broiler and slice the baguette open lengthwise. For a unique presentation, you can leave one side attached, creating a 'book' style sandwich.
2
Transfer the split baguette to a cookie sheet and place it under the broiler. Toast until golden brown, keeping a close watch as this process happens quickly.
3
Once toasted, rub the cut side of the baguette with the crushed garlic clove and drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil.
4
Sprinkle the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano generously over the browned side of the baguette.
5
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, chopped onion, chopped garlic, tomato paste, and chopped rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until the onions soften, about 2-3 minutes.
6
Pour in the beef stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld and the sauce slightly thickens.
7
Using tongs, quickly dip slices of roast beef into the hot broth to heat them through before transferring to the bread.
8
For extra juiciness, dip the edges of the bread into the broth before topping with the beef.
9
Heap the warmed slices of roast beef onto the bread, then top with slices of provolone cheese.
10
Place the sandwich under the broiler to melt the cheese, ensuring that you’re only melting on one side of the baguette.
11
Once the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbly, remove it from the broiler. Serve the sandwich with the hot dipping jus on the side.
12
Enjoy every delicious bite!
Nutrition Information
27.5g
Fat
23.75g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Italian-Style French Dip Delight?
It is a fusion dish that combines traditional French dip flavors with an Italian twist, featuring beef, provolone, and a rosemary-infused dipping jus.
Who inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Rachael Ray's new TV show.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe serves 4 people, although the description notes it can accommodate 3-6 depending on portion size.
What type of bread should I use?
A wide baguette, sliced open lengthwise, is the recommended bread for this sandwich.
What kind of cheese is used for the topping?
Six slices of provolone cheese are used to melt over the beef.
Does the recipe use Parmigiano-Reggiano?
Yes, 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano is sprinkled over the toasted baguette.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 450 calories.
How much protein is in this dish?
This recipe provides 30g of protein per serving.
What ingredients are in the dipping jus?
The dipping jus consists of beef stock, onion, garlic, tomato paste, and fresh rosemary.
How should I prepare the baguette?
Slice it lengthwise, toast it under a broiler, rub it with garlic, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
How much roast beef is required?
You will need 1/2 to 3/4 lb of sliced roast beef.
How do I heat the roast beef?
Use tongs to quickly dip the roast beef slices into the hot broth before placing them on the bread.
What is the secret to extra juiciness?
Dip the edges of the toasted bread into the broth before adding the beef topping.
How long do I sauté the onions?
Sauté the onions for about 2-3 minutes until they soften.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
The recipe contains 27.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 23.75g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is fresh rosemary necessary?
The recipe calls for 1 sprig of fresh chopped rosemary to provide an aromatic flavor to the jus.
How do I melt the provolone cheese?
Place the assembled sandwich under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
What is the purpose of the tomato paste?
One tablespoon of tomato paste is used to add depth and flavor to the dipping sauce.
How much beef stock is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of beef stock for the dipping jus.
How should I prepare the garlic?
One clove should be crushed to rub the bread, and the other should be chopped for the sauce.
Can this be eaten as a snack?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for lunch or as a robust snack.
Is there an easy presentation tip?
You can leave one side of the baguette attached to create a 'book' style sandwich presentation.
What seasonings are used?
Salt and black pepper are used to season the vegetable mixture and jus to taste.
How long should the jus simmer?
Allow the broth mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Is this a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and an easy recipe.
What type of olive oil is recommended?
Extra virgin olive oil is used for both sautéing and drizzling on the bread.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 12 ingredients used in this recipe.
What tags are associated with this dish?
Tags include french dip, italian, sandwich, lunch, beef, quick meal, comfort food, and easy recipe.
How do I serve the dipping jus?
The hot dipping jus should be served in a separate container on the side of the sandwich.