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Roast Beef Sandwiches

Published: December 9, 2021 | Last Updated: February 25, 2022 | Lisa 1 Comment
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Last Updated February 25th, 2022 at 08:38 pm by Lisa

A French baguette roll cut open with thick sliced roast beef, lettuce, shaved parmesan, cut and stacked on a piece of parchment paper.

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
  1. Slice the baguette open and spread the creamy balsamic horseradish sauce on both sides.
  2. 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!

Beef Roast (Roast Beef) with Port-Wine Sauce
Serve this Beef Roast Recipe with a wine marinade as an elegant dinner or for the holidays. Slice leftovers for roast beef sandwiches.   
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Thick sliced roast beef on a cutting board with pan juices and ingredients in the background.
  • 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
  1. Let the beef stand at room temperature for about 1 hour before roasting. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.
  2. Dice the shallots and set aside.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Turn off the stove, remove beef from the pan and rest on a large platter.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. The beef is done when internal temperature reaches medium rare 130-135 degrees, use a good accurate thermometer.
  9. 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.
  10. Serve with creamy horseradish sauce for dinner.
Overhead view of a cast iron pan with a seared beef roast (roast beef) cooked to the right temperature.

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
Searing roast beef in a pan with tips to tie the beef and pat it dry.
Thick sliced roast beef made with a rich wine sauce sliced on a board.

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.

Three stacked and sliced roast beef sandwiches on French bread with lettuce, cheese and a creamy spread on parchment paper ready to eat.

Creamy Horseradish Sauce Is EASY!

  1. 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.
  2. Keep covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container chilled in the fridge, will keep for 2-3 weeks.
A wooden bowl with creamy balsamic horseradish sauce swirled in the center, and a wooden spreader resting on the edge of the bowl with a rustic beige tablecloth underneath.
Creamy Balsamic Horseradish Sauce
Creamy balsamic horseradish sauce is amazing on thick slices of Roast Beef for dinner, on prime rib, and as a spread on Roast Beef Sandwiches.
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Roast Beef FAQ

Quality Roast Beef Store Brand Recommendations

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.

What is the best bread for roast beef sandwiches?

Ciabatta
French Baguette
Sourdough
Kaiser Rolls
Croissant
Rustic Artisan
Sandwich Bread Slices

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Thick sliced roast beef on baguettes with lettuce, horseradish sauce, and shaved parmesan.
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Roast Beef Sandwiches

Roast Beef Sandwiches with a homemade deli meat, creamy balsamic horseradish sauce, shaved parmesan, and lettuce on crusty baguettes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 274kcal
Author Lisa Hatfield

Equipment

Epicurean Non-Slip Cutting Board
Small Serrated Knife
Mini Spatula Set (Silicone)

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
  1. 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.
  2. Keep covered and chilled in the fridge, will keep for 2-3 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 1414mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1079IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 304mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Jessica Robinson says

    October 24, 2020 at 8:44 am

    5 stars
    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!

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