Best 7 Savory Italian Beef Sandwiches Recipes

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"Savor the tantalizing flavors of savory Italian beef sandwiches, a delectable culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Italy. This delectable creation combines tender, slow-cooked beef, simmered in a rich and flavorful broth, piled high on a toasted bun and topped with melted cheese, tangy giardiniera, and a zesty au jus dip. With a symphony of textures and flavors, this sandwich is a true masterpiece of Italian cuisine, promising an unforgettable dining experience."

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES



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Lorriane Pierce was a master cook. Whenever these were on the menu, lines would form. Serve on crusty Italian bread.

Provided by Dick Pierce

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time P1DT2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds boneless rump roast
6 cloves garlic, slivered
1 cup water
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Make slits in roast with a sharp knife, and insert garlic slivers. Place roast in a pan not much larger than the roast. Pour water into pan, and season roast with salt, black pepper, red pepper, and oregano.
  • Cover, and bake in preheated oven for 2 hours, basting occasionally. Remove from oven, and let cool in roasting pan. Meat should be very rare. Wrap tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, Remove roast from pan, and slice as thinly as possible. Add a little water to roasting pan, and heat on stovetop, but do not boil. Stir to blend seasonings. When au jus is hot, add sliced beef just long enough to heat through. Serve on crusty Italian bread with au jus available for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 138.3 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 45.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 985.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SAVORY ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES



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Before leaving for work, Carol Allen of McLeansboro, Illinois often puts these ingredients in the slow cooker. "Supper is ready when I get home," she notes. "This recipe is also good to take to a potluck or family get-together."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)
3 tablespoons dried basil
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1 cup water
1 envelope onion soup mix
10 to 12 Italian rolls or sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the basil, oregano and water; pour over roast. Sprinkle with soup mix. , Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat; shred with two forks and keep warm. Strain broth and skim fat. Serve meat on rolls; use broth for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES



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Giardiniera is an Italian relish of pickled vegetables; in the US, it is very popular in Chicago. Ree's recipe here is a quick version which she serves on sandwiches.

Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini
1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeños
1/4 cup sliced roasted red peppers
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon pepperoncini liquid
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds sirloin steak, trimmed of excess fat and frozen for 10 to 15 minutes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 hero rolls, split
12 slices provolone

Steps:

  • For the giardiniera: Combine the carrots, pepperoncini, jalapeños, roasted red peppers, olive oil, pepperoncini liquid, garlic powder and pepper in a bowl. Toss well, then set aside.
  • For the beef: Remove the sirloin from the freezer and, using a mandoline or a sharp knife, cut into very thin strips against the grain. Sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large saute pan. Add the beef and sauté until starting to brown, but still pink, about 2 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning and garlic, then cook for 30 seconds. Add the broth and vinegar, then bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat.
  • Place 3 slices of provolone on each roll. Top with the hot beef. Sprinkle with some of the giardiniera. Serve with extra broth on the side for dipping.

CHICAGO-STYLE ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICH



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 5h5m

Yield 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 boneless beef chuck eye roast (about 3 1/2 pounds), tied with butcher's twine
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
5 cups beef stock (or enough to submerge the roast about three-quarters of the way)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
4 green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch-wide strips
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 soft hinged French rolls (preferably from Turano or Gonnella bakeries)
Oil-packed hot giardiniera, for topping

Steps:

  • For the pot roast: Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 300 degrees F.
  • Liberally sprinkle the entire roast with salt and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides until golden and caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes per side; reduce the heat if the fat begins to smoke. Transfer the roast to a plate and reduce the heat to medium.
  • Add the onions and a pinch of salt and saute, stirring occasionally, until just beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper and garlic and saute until fragrant, another minute. Deglaze with the red wine, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer until reduced by about half, another 2 to 5 minutes. Add the stock and thyme and bring to a simmer. Adjust the seasoning of the liquid.
  • Put the roast back in the pot with any accumulated juices and place in the oven, covered. Cook the roast, turning every 30 minutes and uncovering the pot for the last 30 minutes of cooking, until very tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Transfer the roast to a cutting board and tent with foil. Increase the oven temperature to 350 degrees F for the peppers and bread.
  • For the sweet peppers: Toss the pepper strips with the olive oil, granulated garlic and some salt and pepper on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring halfway through, until lighter in color and softened, about 45 minutes.
  • Strain the pot roast jus through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl and return to the pot. Bring to a simmer and simmer until reduced slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Keep warm.
  • Once the meat has cooled a bit, remove the twine. Pull the meat into smaller chunks and return to the reduced jus until ready to build the sandwiches.
  • For the sandwich build: Rub the rolls with some of the giardiniera oil and toast in the oven until golden brown and crispy, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Place some beef on a roll, then some sweet peppers (with some of the oil they were cooked in), followed by some hot giardiniera. Pour a small dish of reduced jus. Quickly dunk the whole sandwich in the hot jus, then wrap in deli paper or parchment paper and wait for 2 to 3 minutes while the magic happens. Repeat with the remaining rolls and toppings. When ready, open up and eat!

ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES



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Beef up your meal with these hearty sandwiches - ready in 30 minutes! Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound grilled beef eye round roast
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 can (10 1/2 ounces) double-strength beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 crusty rolls or steak buns, split and toasted

Steps:

  • Cut beef into 1/4-inch slices; cut slices crosswise in half.
  • Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, onion, basil and oregano; stir-fry 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are lightly browned and tender.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add beef, broth and Worcestershire sauce to skillet. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove beef mixture with slotted spoon; divide beef mixture among rolls. Serve sandwiches with broth for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg

FAMILY-FAVORITE ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES



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With only a few ingredients, this roast beef is a snap to throw together. And after cooking all day, the meat is wonderfully tender. -Lauren Adamson, Layton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 jar (16 ounces) sliced pepperoncini, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
2 packages Italian salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 to 4 pounds)
12 Italian rolls, split

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Place roast in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour pepperoncini mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred beef with 2 forks. Return beef and cooking juices to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on rolls. To make ahead: In a large resealable plastic freezer bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add roast; seal bag and freeze. To use, place filled freezer bag in refrigerator 48 hours or until roast is completely thawed. Cook and serve as directed. Freeze option: Freeze cooled, cooked beef mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 735mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAVORY ITALIAN STEAK SANDWICH



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Want to see how things would go if you took your favorite roast beef sandwich abroad? Get out the Italian dressing and mozzarella and check it out.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/4 cup sliced onions
1/4 cup thin green pepper strips
1/2 cup leftover grilled beef top round steak slices
1 sandwich roll, split
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add vegetables; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Add meat; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until heated through.
  • Fill roll with meat mixture and cheese.
  • Cook sandwich in nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 2 to 3 min. on each side or until sandwich is heated through and cheese is melted, occasionally pressing down on sandwich with back of spatula to flatten slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 34 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. For the best Italian beef sandwiches, use a top round roast. This cut is lean and flavorful, and it cooks up tender and juicy.
  • Slice the beef against the grain. This will help to make the meat more tender and easier to chew.
  • Cook the beef slowly. Low and slow cooking will help to develop the flavor of the beef and make it fall-apart tender.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. A good marinade will help to add flavor to the beef and make it more moist.
  • Don't skip the giardiniera. This pickled vegetable relish is a traditional topping for Italian beef sandwiches and it adds a delicious tangy flavor.
  • Use fresh bread. A good Italian bread is essential for a great Italian beef sandwich. The bread should be soft and chewy, with a slightly crispy crust.
  • Load up on the toppings. In addition to giardiniera, you can also top your Italian beef sandwich with cheese, peppers, onions, and mushrooms.

Conclusion:

Italian beef sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Italian beef sandwiches right in your own kitchen. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give Italian beef sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!

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