Copycat Arby's Beef Cheddar
Tender roast beef with cheddar sauce and tangy dressing piled high on a soft onion bun for sandwich lovers.
Preparation Time 10 min
Cooking Time 15 min
Overall Time 25 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Main Dishes
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 4 Serves
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
→ Arby's sauce
- 01 ½ cup ketchup
- 02 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 03 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 04 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 05 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 06 ½ teaspoon onion powder
→ Cheese sauce
- 07 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 08 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 09 1 cup whole milk
- 10 6 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
→ Sandwich assembly
- 11 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 12 1 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef
- 13 4 onion hamburger buns
Steps
Step 01
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
Step 02
Over medium heat, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute while stirring. Gradually add milk while whisking, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Heat for 5 minutes before removing from heat and stirring in shredded cheese until fully melted.
Step 03
In a large skillet over medium heat, bring beef broth to a simmer for 5 minutes. Separate roast beef slices and add them individually into the broth to prevent sticking. Warm the beef for 1-2 minutes and remove.
Step 04
Spread prepared Arby's sauce on the bottom half of an onion hamburger bun. Top with warm roast beef, followed by cheese sauce. Close the sandwich with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.
Tips
- If cheese sauce cools and needs reheating, it may break but will remain flavorful.
- Opt for onion buns to mirror the original recipe, but any preferred bun can be used.
- Double the recipe to serve larger groups.
- Pair with curly fries, mozzarella sticks, or jalapeño poppers for a classic Arby’s-inspired meal.
Required Tools
- Small mixing bowl
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Large skillet
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