French Dip Sandwich with Seasoned Fries

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French Dip Sandwich with Provolone

1. Thinly slice the yellow onion. 3 min
2. Measure out 2 cups beef broth, 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and set aside. 2 min
3. Timing-sensitive step. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and sauté the sliced onion for 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and lightly golden. 6 min
4. Pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and black pepper; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 8 minutes to meld the flavors. 8 min
5. Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and stir in ½ teaspoon garlic powder; split the 4 hoagie rolls and brush the cut sides with the garlic butter. 3 min
6. Timing-sensitive step. Arrange the rolls cut-side up on a baking sheet and broil on high for 2–3 minutes until golden and toasted, watching closely. 3 min
7. Divide the 24 oz of thinly sliced roast beef into 4 equal portions, dip each portion briefly into the hot au jus, and pile onto the toasted rolls. 3 min
8. Timing-sensitive step. Lay 2 slices of provolone over the beef on each sandwich and return to the broiler for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling. 2 min
9. Ladle the au jus into 4 small dipping bowls and serve each sandwich alongside a bowl of au jus. 2 min

Seasoned Oven Friesside

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. 10 min
2. Scrub the 2 pounds of russet potatoes and cut them into ¼-inch sticks; pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. 8 min
3. In a large bowl, toss the potato sticks with 3 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated. 3 min
4. Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer across the two prepared baking sheets, making sure the pieces do not touch. 2 min
5. Roast the fries at 425°F for 25 minutes, then flip each fry and roast for another 10–15 minutes until deep golden and crispy. 40 min
6. Transfer the hot fries to a serving platter and garnish with 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley if desired. 2 min