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Arby's Beef and Cheddar Sandwich Recipe

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Recreate the iconic Arby's Beef and Cheddar sandwich at home with tender slices of roast beef soaked in savory beef broth, topped with warm nacho cheese sauce and Arby's signature sauce, all nestled inside a soft onion burger bun. Perfectly paired with crispy curly fries for a classic fast-food indulgence.

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Sandwich Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 16 ounces thinly sliced deli roast beef
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
  • 4 onion burger buns
  • Arby's sauce (prepared from above recipe or store-bought)
  • Arby's curly fries (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Arby's Sauce: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk thoroughly until well combined and set aside for flavors to meld.
  2. Warm the Beef Broth: Pour 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth into a medium-sized pot and bring to a gentle simmer over low to medium heat, preparing the warm liquid base for the roast beef slices.
  3. Heat the Roast Beef: Add half of the thinly sliced deli roast beef to the warm broth, one slice at a time, allowing each slice to warm through and soak up the savory broth for a few minutes. This method ensures even heating and flavor absorption.
  4. Warm the Nacho Cheese Sauce: Place 1 cup of nacho cheese sauce in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 10-second intervals until warmed through. Set aside this creamy topping for later assembly.
  5. Assemble the Sandwiches - Part 1: Remove the warmed beef slices from the broth and place them evenly onto the onion burger buns. For a better texture, gently warm the buns prior to assembly if desired.
  6. Heat Remaining Roast Beef and Assemble - Part 2: Repeat the warming process with the remaining roast beef slices in the broth, then transfer them onto the remaining buns. Turn off the heat once all beef is warmed and assembled.
  7. Add Cheese and Arby's Sauce: Generously top each roast beef sandwich with warm nacho cheese sauce, followed by a drizzle of Arby's sauce. Adjust the amount of sauce to suit your taste preferences.
  8. Serve: Serve the assembled Beef and Cheddar sandwiches immediately, accompanied by Arby's curly fries if desired for a complete meal experience.

Notes

  • Warming the beef slices one at a time ensures even heating and better flavor absorption from the broth.
  • You can warm the onion buns before assembling for a softer, more enjoyable sandwich.
  • Store-bought Arby’s sauce can be used if you prefer to save time.
  • Arby’s curly fries make a perfect side, but you can substitute with any crispy potato side or omit for a lighter meal.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper in the sauce to control the spice level for your preference.

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