Roast beef sandwich

Roast Beef Sandwich

A roast beef sandwich is a sandwich that is made out of sliced roast beef or sometimes beef pastrami. The roast beef is often served cold, although in some cases it is heated up before being placed in the sandwich.

History

The roast beef sandwich has a long history, with its origins tracing back to the United Kingdom where roast beef was a staple of the traditional Sunday roast. The sandwich version of this meal became popular in the 18th century as a way to use up leftovers from the Sunday roast.

Preparation

The basic roast beef sandwich is made by placing slices of roast beef between two pieces of bread. The bread can be any type, but traditionally a crusty white bread or a baguette is used. The roast beef can be seasoned with salt and pepper, and sometimes horseradish is added for extra flavor. Other common additions include lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayonnaise.

Variations

There are many variations of the roast beef sandwich. In the United States, a popular variation is the roast beef po' boy, which originated in New Orleans. This sandwich is typically served on a baguette and includes lettuce, tomato, and remoulade sauce.

In the United Kingdom, a common variation is the roast beef and Yorkshire pudding sandwich, which includes a Yorkshire pudding in place of the bread.

See also

• List of sandwiches
• List of beef dishes