Easy Slow Cooker French Dip

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds beef roast (such as sirloin or rump roast)
• 1 bottle (750 ml) of beef broth or stock
• 1 cup of chopped onions
• 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons of minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of pepper
• 8 sandwiches or pieces of bread (for serving)
• Butter or oil for greasing the slow cooker

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes (chopping vegetables, seasoning meat, etc.)
• Cooking Time: 6-8 hours in a slow cooker on low setting or 3-4 hours on high setting

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a slow cooker, grease the inside with butter or oil.
2. Place the beef roast in the slow cooker.
3. Add the chopped onions, bell peppers, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the bottle of beef broth or stock over the meat and vegetables.
5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
6. When the meat is cooked through and tender, shred or slice it into pieces.
7. Serve the meat with the au jus (cooking liquid) in a sandwich or piece of bread.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: depending on the type of bread and the size of the sandwiches, approximately 300-400 calories per serving.
• Protein: depends on the meat content but generally a good source of protein.
• Fat: depends on the fat content of the beef and bread used but may be high in fat if not trimmed.
• Carbohydrates: from the bread or other carbs served with it.

Dish Characteristics:

• Slow cooked, resulting in tender and juicy meat.
• Rich and flavorful au jus that is perfect for dipping bread into.
• Easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing for hands-off cooking.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was so delicious! The meat was so tender and juicy."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make in a slow cooker."
3. "Great dish for a cold winter day."
4. "I added some mushrooms and potatoes for more flavor and texture."
5. "Make sure to use a good quality beef for best results."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality beef roast for best results. Trimming the fat from the meat will reduce the fat content in the final dish.
• If you want to add more vegetables, consider adding potatoes, carrots, or mushrooms during the last hour of cooking.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.