Description
Savor layers of melted cheese and tender beef in this irresistible Hot Beef Sandwich that promises comfort and flavor in every bite. Rich, hearty ingredients meld together, creating a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) cooked roast beef, thinly sliced
Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Bread and Condiments:
- 4 sandwich rolls
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C), ensuring optimal temperature for toasting and melting.
- Carefully slice sandwich rolls lengthwise and gently coat inner surfaces with a thin layer of butter for enhanced flavor and crispy texture.
- Arrange rolls on a baking sheet with cut sides facing upward, creating a stable base for assembling the sandwich.
- Distribute roast beef uniformly across each roll, creating a consistent meat layer that covers the entire surface.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the roast beef, allowing for complete coverage and maximum melting potential.
- Enhance the flavor profile by evenly dusting garlic powder, salt, and pepper across the cheese and beef layers.
- Transfer the prepared baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, monitoring until cheese becomes fully melted and bread edges turn golden brown.
- After removing from the oven, optionally spread a light layer of mayonnaise on the rolls to add creamy richness.
- Serve immediately while sandwiches are hot and cheese remains gooey, ensuring the best possible taste and texture.
Notes
- Select rolls with sturdy texture to prevent sogginess during baking and ensure crisp edges.
- Use freshly sliced deli roast beef for maximum flavor and tenderness compared to packaged meat.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack to customize the sandwich’s taste profile.
- For a lighter version, substitute whole wheat rolls and use reduced-fat cheese while maintaining delicious core flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg