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These Party Roast Beef Sandwiches saved my life at my daughter's graduation party. When forty hungry teenagers descended on my kitchen I needed something amazing but simple. The combo of tender roast beef and melty cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls drizzled with my secret butter sauce had everyone begging for the recipe. Now they're my go-to party food when I need to feed a crowd.
The Perfect Party Food
I love how versatile these little sandwiches are. They disappeared in minutes at our Super Bowl party and were the first empty dish at our block party potluck. The sweet rolls and savory beef combo hooks everyone who tries them. My neighbor swears they're better than her favorite deli sandwiches and my kids request them for movie nights.
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Shopping List
- Ingredient: 12 Hawaiian rolls grab them fresh from the bakery section they're softer than the packaged ones
- Ingredient: 1 pound roast beef I get mine sliced thin at the deli counter
- Ingredient: 6 slices white American cheese trust me on this one it melts like a dream
- Ingredient: ½ cup unsalted butter melted slowly so it doesn't burn
- Ingredient: 2 tablespoons brown sugar this makes the magic happen
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon horseradish sauce adds just enough kick without being spicy
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce my secret flavor booster
- Ingredient: 1 tablespoon poppy seeds they make everything look fancy
Let's Make These
- Get Those Rolls Ready
- Heat your oven to 350°F. Slice all your rolls in one go keeping them connected. Pop the bottom half in your baking dish.
- Stack Them Up
- Layer that gorgeous roast beef all over the bottom then add your cheese slices. Put the roll tops back on.
- The Magic Sauce
- Stir together your melted butter brown sugar horseradish Worcestershire and poppy seeds until it looks glossy.
- Time to Bake
- Pour that amazing sauce all over making sure you get every nook and cranny. Cover with foil and bake about 15 minutes then uncover for 5 more until they're golden on top.
Party Perfect
These little beauties have saved me at countless gatherings. They're my secret weapon for everything from game day parties to quick family dinners. My sister in law thought I spent hours making them until I showed her how simple they are. Now they're her potluck signature dish too.
Second Day Success
If you somehow end up with leftovers they reheat beautifully. Wrap them in foil pop them in the oven and they taste just as good as fresh. My husband loves taking them to work the next day his coworkers can smell them heating up in the break room microwave and always want the recipe.
Make Them Your Own
Sometimes I switch things up with pepper jack cheese when I want extra zip or caramelized onions when I'm feeling fancy. My son loves them with pickled jalapeños and my daughter adds extra horseradish sauce to hers. The best part is they turn out delicious no matter how you customize them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?
You can assemble the sandwiches ahead of time and add the butter sauce just before baking. They also taste great reheated if you have leftovers.
- → What if I can't find white American cheese?
You can substitute with provolone or mozzarella cheese. Any mild, good-melting cheese will work well in these sandwiches.
- → How do I know when the sandwiches are done?
The tops should be brown and crispy, and the cheese should be completely melted. This usually takes 20-30 minutes in the oven.
- → Can I use different rolls besides Hawaiian rolls?
While Hawaiian rolls provide the perfect sweet and soft texture, you can use any dinner rolls. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.
- → How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven until warm to maintain the crispy top.