Slow Cooker Beef & Cheese Dip Directions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 7 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until fully browned. Drain all visible fat completely.
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Transfer the cooked beef into a 4-quart slow cooker and spread evenly.
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Pour the condensed French onion soup over the beef without adding water and stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours, stirring once halfway through cooking.
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During the final 15 minutes, lay the provolone slices evenly over the surface, cover, and allow the cheese to melt completely.
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For dip-style serving, scoop portions directly from the slow cooker while hot.
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For sandwich-style serving, toast the hoagie rolls at 400°F for 4 minutes, then fill each roll with an equal portion of the beef and cheese mixture.
Tips
For a more classic, meat-forward sandwich flavor, the condensed French onion soup can be replaced with a simple canned beef broth. This swap creates a cleaner sauce that highlights the natural richness of the meat without added sweetness.
If you enjoy a touch of heat, stirring in a small amount of chopped pickled peppers or jalapeños during the last stage of cooking adds brightness and contrast, cutting through the savory base and deepening the overall flavor.
To lean into a comforting, hearty style, the finished meat can be topped with provolone or mozzarella and briefly heated until just melted. This creates an easy, cheesy variation that feels familiar and satisfying without additional steps.
For those watching sodium intake, choosing reduced-sodium soups or broths and scaling back the seasoning packet allows for better control. Adjusting the final seasoning after cooking ensures balanced flavor without excess salt.
This dish also holds up exceptionally well for leftovers. Storing the meat and sauce together keeps it moist, and reheating gently with a splash of broth or water restores the original texture and richness.
WW Points Calculation
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Extra-lean ground beef 96%, 1 lb: 6.00
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Condensed French onion soup, 10.5 oz: 5.00
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Reduced-fat provolone cheese, 0.5 oz: 2.00
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Light hoagie rolls, 4 rolls: 8.00
Points Information:
Total Points: 21.00
Servings: 4 servings (1 sandwich or 1¼ cups dip per serving)
Points per serving: 5.25
Nutrition Information
Calories: 330
Fat: 7 g
Protein: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 940 mg
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