Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Another week, another crockpot recipe...and another use for bottom round roast.

We love my pot roast but we like to change it up too.  I came across this recipe during a recent recipe swap and put it on my short list to make on one of my work days.  The ease of it was just one reason why I loved it.  The rest, well, is pretty obvious.

I didn't even bother sticking these under the broiler and they were still delicious.  The heat of the meat melts the cheese a bit and all the flavors join together really well.

A delicious sandwich that's hearty enough for dinner.  And easy enough to make while you're in the office.  Score!

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
barely adapted from Kate's Recipe Box

2 pounds beef bottom round roast
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 tablespoon herbs de provence
3 bay leaves, broken in half
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cups water
Italian bread
sliced provolone cheese
mayonnaise
italian seasoning

Place meat in crockpot.  Add garlic, herbs de provence and bay leaves.  Pour in soy sauce and water.  Cook on low for 6-10 hours until meat is fork tender.

To assemble sandwiches:  cut and split bread.  Add meat to bottom slice.  Spread mayo on top slice then sprinkle italian seasoning on top.  Place cheese on meat and either broil for a few minutes, or close sandwich and serve right away.  Spoon out some au jus and serve on the side, if desired.

Linked to: Tastetastic Thursday