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New Orleans Beef Sandwich

A savory delight featuring crispy French bread filled with tender roast beef, melted provolone cheese, and tangy pickles for a flavorful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Creole
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sandwich
  • 4 slices slices of crusty French bread Crispy bread is ideal for this recipe.
  • 1 pound cooked roast beef, sliced Make sure the roast beef is sliced thinly.
  • 1/2 cup beef gravy Warm the gravy before using.
  • 1/2 cup provolone cheese, sliced You can substitute with mozzarella cheese.
  • 1/4 cup sliced pickles Add more or less according to preference.
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional) Use if you like a little heat.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning as preferred.
  • Butter for grilling Provides a crispy texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Make sure your roast beef is sliced thinly and that all your other ingredients are ready.
Cooking
  1. In a small saucepan, warm your beef gravy over low heat until it is hot but not boiling.
  2. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of French bread.
  3. On the unbuttered side of two slices of bread, layer your roast beef, followed by provolone cheese, pickles, and jalapeños (if using). Drizzle hot gravy over the filling.
  4. Place the other two slices of bread on top, butter side up. Grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Gently flip the sandwiches and grill the other side until golden and the cheese has melted, about another 4-5 minutes.
  6. Remove from the skillet, let them cool for a moment, then slice in half and serve with extra gravy on the side.

Notes

For best results, warm the ingredients like the gravy before assembling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. When reheating, use a skillet for that crispy finish.