Description
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
- Preheat Your Equipment: Lightly toast the onion buns under the broiler or in a skillet until golden.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assemble the Dish: Whisk together ketchup, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and onion powder to create the red ranch sauce.
- 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.
- Finishing Touches: Add another layer of red ranch sauce on the top bun and close the sandwich.
- 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg