Italian Beef Sandwich

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups beef broth
• 4 crusty French rolls
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Optional: sweet or hot giardiniera

Steps

1. 1 Pat the beef roast dry and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides.
3. 3 Add beef broth to the pot, cover, and simmer for 2 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
4. 4 Remove beef and let rest. Strain cooking liquid into a container to use as au jus.
5. 5 Slice the beef thinly against the grain.
6. 6 Warm the rolls in the oven. Layer beef and onions in each roll.
7. 7 Top with provolone cheese and optional giardiniera.
8. 8 Drizzle with au jus before serving.

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra flavor, add a bay leaf to the simmering broth.
• If you prefer your beef more moist, dip the assembled sandwiches back into the au jus before serving.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of au jus to keep moist.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a side of crispy fries and a cold beer.
• Pair with a simple Caesar salad for a complete meal.

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