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French Dip Tortilla Roll Ups with Savory Au Jus

Crispy baked tortillas filled with roast beef, melted provolone, and French fried onions, served with a quick homemade au jus for dipping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-12 inch; high-fiber or protein versions work well
  • 8 oz lean deli roast beef thinly sliced
  • 5 oz Provolone cheese sliced or shredded; Swiss or Mozzarella can substitute
  • 0.75 cup French fried onions
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • 10.5 oz beef consommé 1 can; or 1.5 cups high-quality beef broth
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • small saucepan
  • pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
  2. If tortillas feel stiff, wrap each in a damp paper towel and microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable.
  3. Lay tortillas flat on a clean surface. Divide provolone evenly among them, tearing slices into smaller pieces for even coverage. Layer roast beef over the cheese, then sprinkle French fried onions evenly over the beef.
  4. Fold the sides of each tortilla in slightly, then roll tightly forward. Brush a small amount of olive oil along the final edge to seal.
  5. Place roll ups seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops and sides with remaining olive oil.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. For extra color, bake an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. While roll ups bake, combine beef consommé, water, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes. Taste before adding any additional salt.
  8. Slice roll ups in half on a diagonal and serve immediately with individual small bowls of hot au jus for dipping.

Notes

Storage: Best served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes or in the oven at 375°F for 8 minutes to restore crispiness. Make-ahead: Assemble roll ups up to a few hours ahead, refrigerate covered, and bake before serving. Au jus can be made a day ahead and reheated. Substitutions: Swap Provolone for Swiss, Mozzarella, or Pepper Jack. Replace French fried onions with caramelized onions for a softer variation. Turkey can replace roast beef for a lighter version.