Texas Toast French Dips (Print Version)
Crispy Texas Toast with roast beef, melted cheese, and warm au jus for dipping.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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1 box frozen garlic Texas Toast (8 slices)
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1 packet au jus gravy mix
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3 cups cold water
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1 pound sliced deli roast beef
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8 slices provolone cheese
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Dried parsley, for garnish (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a sheet tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Bake the frozen garlic Texas Toast according to the package directions, usually about 8 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crisp.
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In a small saucepan, whisk the au jus gravy mix with 3 cups of cold water and cook according to package directions. Keep warm.
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Add sliced deli roast beef to the warm au jus and simmer gently until the meat is heated through and infused with flavor.
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Arrange baked Texas Toast slices on the sheet tray. Place half a slice of provolone cheese on each piece as the base layer.
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Using tongs, remove roast beef from au jus and evenly distribute over each slice of Texas Toast.
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Place the remaining half slice of provolone cheese over the roast beef to complete the melt.
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Return tray to the oven and bake for 3–5 minutes until the cheese melts completely and begins to brown at the edges.
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Remove from oven, sprinkle with dried parsley if desired, and serve hot with bowls of warm au jus for dipping.
# Extra Tips & Details:
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Use high-quality deli roast beef for optimal flavor and texture.
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Serve immediately to retain crispiness of the toast and melted cheese consistency.
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Retain the au jus for dipping—it is essential to the traditional French dip experience.