Fire and EMS Special: Onion Beef Au Jus

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 2 1/2 hours

4 lb. boneless Rump Roast

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

2 large Sweet Onions, cut into 1/4 inch slices

6 tablespoons Butter

5 cups Water

1/2 cup Soy Sauce

1 envelope Onion Soup mix

2 cloves fresh Garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Browning Sauce (optional)

1 loaf long French Bread

1 cup shredded Swiss Cheese

Preheat oven to 325 degrees fahrenheit.

In dutch oven over medium high heat, brown roast on all sides in oil, then drain. 

In a large skillet, sauté onions in 2 tablespoons of butter until tender. Add water, soy sauce, soup mix, garlic and browning sauce. Pour over roast in dutch oven. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 2 1/2 hours, or until meat is tender. 

Let meat rest for 10 minutes before carving, then return slices to pan juice. For best flavor, let sit at least 3 hours. 

Slice bread in half lengthwise then cut into 3 inch sections. Spread remaining 4 tablespoons butter over bread. Place bread on baking sheet, 4-6 inches from broiler and broil for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Top with beef and onion, then sprinkle with cheese and return to broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serve with pan juices for dipping. 

Makes 12 servings. 

Submitted by: Donna RIchard, EMT-Paramedic


Massachusetts, USA