Description
Crispy French dip squares blend classic sandwich flavors into irresistible party-ready bites. Melted provolone, tender roast beef, and zesty au jus sauce create a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 0.5 pound deli-sliced roast beef
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese
Dough and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
Seasonings and Dipping Sauce:
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13 inch dish with non-stick spray and warming the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unfurl the first crescent roll dough across the bottom of the dish, carefully sealing any perforations to create a uniform base.
- Distribute roast beef slices evenly over the dough, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle Swiss cheese generously atop the meat layer, creating a rich foundation.
- Craft a savory sauce by whisking together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, dry onion soup mix, and garlic powder until thoroughly combined.
- Drizzle the prepared sauce uniformly across the cheese, allowing it to seep between the layers.
- Carefully stretch the second crescent roll dough over the top, meticulously pinching the edges to seal the filling completely.
- Transfer the assembled dish to the preheated oven, baking for 15-20 minutes until the top transforms into a golden, crisp crust.
- Simultaneously, gently warm the beef broth in a separate pot over medium heat, preparing the dipping sauce.
- Remove from oven and allow the French Dip Squares to rest momentarily, enabling easier cutting and preventing burning.
- Slice into square portions and serve immediately alongside the heated beef broth for a classic dipping experience.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality deli roast beef to enhance the overall flavor and tenderness of the dish.
- Seal crescent roll seams carefully to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free crescent roll dough and checking broth ingredients.
- Experiment with different cheese options like provolone or mozzarella for varied taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg