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Arby’s Beef & Cheddar Copycat

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A homemade version of Arby’s famous Beef & Cheddar sandwich, featuring tender roast beef, creamy cheddar cheese sauce, and tangy red ranch on a soft onion bun.

Ingredients

  • Onion Sandwich Buns: 4 – Soft, slightly sweet buns that make the base.
  • Deli Roast Beef: 500g, thinly sliced – Tender and savory, the star of the sandwich.
  • Beef Broth: 1 cup – Used to gently warm the roast beef while keeping it juicy.
  • Cheddar Cheese: 200g, shredded – The foundation of the creamy cheese sauce.
  • Whole Milk: 1 cup – Creates the smooth base for the sauce.
  • Butter: 2 tbsp – Adds richness to the sauce.
  • All-Purpose Flour: 2 tbsp – Thickens the cheese sauce.
  • Garlic Powder: 1/2 tsp – Enhances the flavor of the sauce.
  • Paprika: 1/4 tsp – Adds a subtle smoky note.
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp – Balances the sauce flavors.
  • Ketchup: 1/4 cup – Forms the base of the red ranch.
  • Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup – Adds creaminess to the red ranch.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tbsp – Provides the tangy bite in the red ranch.
  • Sugar: 1 tsp – Balances the acidity.
  • Onion Powder: 1/2 tsp – Adds savory depth to the sauce.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Lightly toast the onion buns under the broiler or in a skillet until golden.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly, until smooth. Stir in cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until melted and creamy.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a small skillet, heat the beef broth over low heat. Add the roast beef slices and warm gently until just heated through.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Whisk together ketchup, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and onion powder to create the red ranch sauce.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Spread a spoonful of red ranch sauce on the bottom bun. Layer warm roast beef generously, then drizzle with the creamy cheddar sauce.
  6. Finishing Touches: Add another layer of red ranch sauce on the top bun and close the sandwich.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with curly fries or chips on the side for the full Arby’s experience.

Notes

  • Warm roast beef gently in broth to keep it juicy.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce.
  • Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess.
  • Double the red ranch recipe to use as a dip for fries.

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