Discover how to make a delectable French dip and cheesesteak sandwich with affordable ingredients and simple steps, perfect for any budget-conscious food lover.
Ingredients
50 g / 1.75 oz butter
6 medium-sized onions
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 liter / 4 cups beef stock
1 twig thyme
half twig rosemary
half a tbsp Worcestershire sauce
half a tbsp Mahi (optional)
450 g / 1 lb chuck steak
- to taste PitmasterX seasoning
as needed olive oil
1 loaf rustic bread
200 g / 7 oz Gruyère-style cheese
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How to
- Start by slicing 6 onions into rings.
- In a pan over medium heat, melt 50 g of butter and slowly cook the onions for about 10 minutes until they're soft and creamy. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the onions, let it cook until lightly browned to develop flavor.
- Pour in 1 liter of beef stock, adding a sprig of thyme and half a sprig of rosemary for extra flavor. Season with half a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and, if desired, half a tablespoon of Mahi for a unique twist. Let this mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
- While the dip simmers, prepare your steak. Season a 450 g chuck steak with your chosen seasoning. Heat a cast iron grill to high and lightly oil the steak. Place it on the grill, aiming for a slow sizzle to sear the steak perfectly, developing a crusty exterior while keeping the inside juicy. Once seared, remove from heat and cover lightly with foil to keep warm.
- Slice your rustic bread and butter generously. Grill the bread until marked and crispy. Thinly slice the rested steak. In a separate pan, combine the saved onions with 200 g of a Gruyère-style cheese, letting it melt together. Assemble the sandwich by layering the sliced steak and onion-cheese mixture onto the grilled bread. Return the sandwich to the grill to warm through.
- Serve your cheesesteak with the homemade French dip on the side for dunking. This simple yet satisfying meal proves that great flavors don't have to cost a fortune or require complex recipes. Enjoy the melding of robust flavors and textures in each bite.
