This Pioneer Woman Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe is a hearty and classic recipe, which is made with aged cheddar cheese and a creamy horseradish sauce. It’s the perfect quick lunch, ready in about 20 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe Ingredients
- 4 kaiser buns, sliced in half widthwise
- 1 cup arugula leaves
- 4 slices aged cheddar cheese
- ½ cup creamy horseradish sauce
- 1 pound of thinly sliced roast beef
- ½ cup micro greens
- 4 thinly sliced radishes
- ½ peeled and thinly sliced red onions
- 1 thinly sliced tomato
How To Make Pioneer Woman Roast Beef Sandwiches
- Prepare the Buns: Slice the Kaiser buns in half horizontally.
- Layer the Bottoms: On the bottom half of each bun, place a layer of arugula leaves, followed by a slice of aged cheddar cheese.
- Add the Sauce: Spread the creamy horseradish sauce over the cheese. The arugula and cheese will help create a barrier to keep the bun from getting soggy.
- Pile on the Beef: Generously stack the thinly sliced roast beef on top of the sauce.
- Add Toppings: Top the beef with a layer of microgreens, followed by the thinly sliced radishes, red onions, and tomato slices.
- Finish and Serve: Place the top half of the bun on the sandwich and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips
- How to slice roast beef thinly? For the best results, use a very sharp knife, a mandoline slicer, or a meat slicer. Thinly sliced deli-style roast beef is ideal for this sandwich.
- How do I prevent a soggy sandwich? The key is in the layering. By placing the arugula and a slice of cheese on the bottom bun first, you create a moisture barrier that protects the bread from the horseradish sauce and tomato juices.
- What’s the best cheese for a roast beef sandwich? Aged cheddar provides a great sharp flavor, but other excellent choices include blue cheese, provolone, Gouda, Fontina, or Swiss cheese.
- Can I make this sandwich ahead of time? It’s best to assemble the sandwich right before serving. However, you can prepare all the ingredients (slice the vegetables, mix the sauce) up to 2 days ahead and store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for a quick assembly.
What To Serve With Roast Beef Sandwiches
This hearty deli-style sandwich is a meal in itself, but it pairs wonderfully with classic sides:
- Kettle-cooked potato chips
- A cup of tomato soup or French onion soup
- A crisp dill pickle spear
- Creamy potato salad or coleslaw
How To Store Roast Beef Sandwiches
Store: An assembled sandwich does not store well. To save ingredients for later, store the toppings, bread, horseradish sauce, and beef separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Roast Beef Sandwich Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 354kcal
- Protein: 34g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Sodium: 2161mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What kind of roast beef should I use?
A good quality, thinly sliced deli roast beef is perfect for this recipe. Brands like Boar’s Head or Applegate are great choices. You can also use leftover slices from a homemade prime rib or roast beef.
Can I use a different kind of bread?
Yes. While Kaiser buns are a great choice, this sandwich would also be delicious on rye bread, a crusty French baguette, or thick-sliced sourdough.
What other toppings are good on a roast beef sandwich?
You can customize this sandwich to your liking. Other great toppings include caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, banana peppers, or a different type of lettuce like romaine or iceberg.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Beef Burgundy Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Beef Enchiladas Recipe
Pioneer Woman Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe
Description
A classic deli-style sandwich loaded with thinly sliced roast beef, sharp cheddar, fresh, crisp vegetables, and a zesty horseradish cream sauce on a Kaiser bun.
Ingredients
Instructions
- On the bottom half of each bun, layer the arugula and then the cheddar cheese.
- Spread the horseradish sauce over the cheese.
- Pile the roast beef on top of the sauce.
- Top the beef with microgreens, radishes, onion, and tomato.
- Place the top bun on and serve immediately.
Notes
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