Description
Comfort meets culinary delight in this cheesy hot beef sandwich, a mouthwatering creation that promises pure satisfaction. Rich layers of tender beef and melted cheese nestled between perfectly toasted bread will transport hungry souls to flavor paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound sliced cooked beef (roast beef or steak)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Bread and Cheese:
- 4 soft sandwich rolls or hoagie buns
- 4 slices cheddar or provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Condiments:
- Pickles
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
- Caramelize diced onions and bell peppers in a sizzling skillet with melted butter over medium heat until they become translucent and slightly golden, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Introduce thinly sliced beef into the skillet, seasoning generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook until the meat is heated through and slightly browned at the edges.
- Lightly toast sandwich rolls under the broiler or in a toaster until they develop a crisp, golden exterior with a soft interior.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering the warm beef mixture onto the toasted rolls, creating an even distribution of meat and sautéed vegetables.
- Top each sandwich with slices of cheese, ensuring complete coverage of the beef and vegetables.
- Return the assembled sandwiches to the oven or broiler at 350°F for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese melts completely and becomes bubbly.
- Plate the hot sandwiches and serve immediately, offering optional condiments like tangy pickles, creamy mayonnaise, or zesty mustard on the side for personalized flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Slice vegetables uniformly for even cooking and aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Choose high-quality, thinly sliced beef like sirloin or ribeye for maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack to customize taste profile.
- For gluten-free option, replace sandwich rolls with lettuce wraps or gluten-free bread alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg