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Steak Sandwich Recipe

This steak sandwich recipe combines tender steak, sweet onions, toasted bread, and creamy horseradish sauce for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Ruth Truett

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • bread knife
  • chef's knife
  • mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • skillet
  • baking sheet

Ingredients

Compound Butter

  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon granulated onion
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Horseradish Sauce

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 2 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives minced
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

The Steak and Onions

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 med onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb steak of choice thinly sliced

Steak Sandwich Assembly

  • 1 baguette or ciabatta rolls
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
  • arugula, for topping or your favorite leafy green

Instructions

The Horseradish Sauce

  • Mix all ingredients together until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

The Compound Butter

  • Mix all ingredients together until well combined. Set aside.

The Steak and Onions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions in butter until soft and lightly golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high and add the olive oil.
  • Working in batches, sear the steak slices quickly until cooked to your liking. Remove from heat.

Steak Sandwich Assembly

  • Slice the baguette or rolls in half lengthwise and spread generously with the compound butter. Place on a sheet pan.
  • Layer the steak and sautéed onions onto the bread, then top with shredded cheese.
  • Broil on high for just a few minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven and top with arugula. Add the top bread like a lid.
  • Slice into portions and serve with the creamy horseradish sauce for dipping or drizzling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 1021mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 714IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 166mg | Iron: 2mg
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