Last Updated May 21st, 2023 at 11:59 pm by Lisa
Make an elegant beef roast for a special dinner, then serve thick deli style roast beef sandwiches the next day. These are out of this world heavenly, and all made at home.
Take a crusty baguette, slather it with a creamy balsamic horseradish sauce, place long shaves of parmesan cheese, some crisp lettuce, and load on the roast beef.
This is one of those recipes to make over and over, it's like having a deli counter at home. Simple yet so complex and special...
Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe
I keep it simple. There is no one perfect way to make this classic.
A fresh baguette, or slices of bread, leftover roast beef (more on that later), a creamy spread, crisp lettuce like romaine, and a slice of cheese liked shaved parmesan.
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- 1 French Baguette
- 8 oz Sliced Beef Filet (see recipe below)
- 4 tablespoons Creamy Basamic Horseradish Sauce
- 1 ounce Shaved Parmesan
- 1 cup Spring Lettuce Mix
- Slice the baguette open and spread the creamy balsamic horseradish sauce on both sides.
- Layer spring lettuce, shaved parmesan cheese (tip: use a potato peeler), and sliced store bought or homemade roast beef.
Homemade Deli Roast Beef Recipe
You can take a look at my entire recipe post on how to make this classic thin-sliced deli meat right at home!
- 5 pounds Strip Steak (or Beef Tenderloin) butcher tied
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup shallots
- 2 cup good port wine
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Let the beef stand at room temperature for about 1 hour before roasting. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.
- Dice the shallots and set aside.
- Pat the beef dry with a paper towel, this helps it sear in the pan which creates carmelization (aka Maillard Reaction). Rub the olive oil all over the beef and sides of the roast, spinkle with salt and pepper on all sides.
- On medium-high heat, heat a large cast iron skillet, sear the beef on each side until golden brown and caramelized, and stir the shallots around in the pan. The shallots will turn dark, and that is ok, but don't let them burn, adjust your heat if necessary.
- Turn off the stove, remove beef from the pan and rest on a large platter.
- In the large skillet pan (don't clean it out!) add 2 cups of red wine (a good port prefered) and 3 tablespoons of butter, use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the bits known as the "fond" on the bottom of the pan. There is a lot of flavor down on the pan and you want that in your sauce! Next, add the beef back in the pan.
- Carefully place the cast iron skillet into the 450 degree oven on the center rack, for 10 minutes, then flip over the beef for another 10 minutes.
- The beef is done when internal temperature reaches medium rare 130-135 degrees, use a good accurate thermometer.
- Remove from oven, rest 15 minutes, and slice thick with a good sharp knife for dinner portions and spoon the sauce over each portion, or slice thinly for sandwiches.
- Serve with creamy horseradish sauce for dinner.
What Kind Of Beef Is Best?
For the best sandwich, go for a quality cut of beef at the grocery store. It will produce the best flavor and will be melt in your mouth tender.
PRO TIP: You can splurge and get a center-cut beef tenderloin roast, also called a filet of beef, or filet roast, that runs around $22 per pound. But I found a less expensive option…New York Strip Steak!
New York Strip steak tied into a roast by the butcher is a cost-effective option for this recipe and is amazing. It’s up to you, I found that the strip steak was well priced and just as delicious!
- New York Strip Steak Benefits – cost-effective, tender, and full of flavor
- Filet Tenderloin Benefits – more expensive, very tender, a premium cut
Roast Beef Sandwich ~ Swaps & Options
Here are options to create your own or use things you have on hand...
- Homemade or Good Store-Bought Deli Roast Beef
- Horseradish Cream
- Shaved parmesan cheese
- Tomato slices
- Honey, Dijon, or yellow mustard
- Caramelized onions
- Sliced red onion
- Pickled Onions
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lettuce
- Whipped or Regular Cream cheese
- Freshly grated horseradish (or you can use prepared in a jar)
- Fresh basil chiffonade
- Slices Of Cheese - Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Swiss Cheese, Havarti, etc.
PRO TIP: Use a vegetable peeler to "shave" thin pieces of good parmesan cheese.
Creamy Horseradish Sauce Is EASY!
- In a small bowl, use a small rubber spatula and mix sour cream, prepared horseradish, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, sea salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Keep covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container chilled in the fridge, will keep for 2-3 weeks.
Roast Beef FAQ
These are high-quality popular brands for sandwiches that you can easily find in most grocery stores.
Applegate Organics Greenridge Farm
Boar’s Head
Columbus
Deitz and Watson
What Is Prepared Horseradish vs Horseradish Sauce?
Prepared Horseradish - Is sold in grocery stores and is made with horseradish root, vinegar, water, and salt. You can make it at home as well.
Horseradish Sauce - Is made at home or in restaurants and combines prepared horseradish with cream, sour cream, or mayonnaise, and other ingredients to add flavor and make creamy for use on dishes like prime rib, steak, or deli style sandwiches.
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Roast Beef Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 French Baguette
- 8 oz Sliced Roast Beef Filet
- 4 tablespoons Creamy Basamic Horseradish Sauce
- 1 ounce Shaved Parmesan
- 1 cup Spring Lettuce Mix
Instructions
- Slice the baguette open and spread the creamy balsamic horseradish sauce on both sides.
- Layer spring lettuce, shaved parmesan cheese (tip: use a potato peeler), and sliced store bought or homemade roast beef.
Notes
What Is Good On A Roast Beef Sandwich?
- Homemade or storebought thin-sliced beef
- Horseradish Sauce
- Shaved parmesan cheese (shave with a vegetable peeler)
- Tomato slices
- Honey, Dijon, or yellow mustard
- Caramelized onions
- Sliced red onion
- Pickled onions
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lettuce
- Whipped or Regular Cream cheese
- Freshly grated horseradish (or you can use prepared in a jar)
- Fresh basil chiffonade
- Cheese slices - Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Havarti etc.
- Chopped chives
Bread Options
- Ciabatta
- French baguette
- Sourdough
- Kaisar
- Croissant
- Rustic Artisan
- Sandwich Bread Slices
Creamy Balsamic Horseradish Sauce
- ¼ cup prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- Dash Worcestershire sauce
- In a glass prep bowl, use a small rubber spatula and mix sour cream, prepared horseradish, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, sea salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Keep covered and chilled in the fridge, will keep for 2-3 weeks.
Absolutely love a homemade roast beef sandwich! Those crunchy rolls look delicious! I made this sandwich this past week and it was a hit with the entire family! Especially with a horseradish sauce! So good!