Garlic-Basil Toasted Beef Sandwiches
Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 75 Min. Cook TimeIngredients |
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1 1/2 lb. beef eye round or bottom round steak, cut 3/4 to 1-in. thick |
2 Tbsp. minced garlic |
1 tsp. pepper |
1 c. water |
4 crusty rolls (4-in. long), split |
sliced tomatoes (optional) |
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Garlic-Basil Mayonnaise: |
1/2 c. low fat or regular mayonnaise |
1/4 c. chopped fresh basil |
1 tsp. minced garlic |
Directions:
1. Combine 2 Tbsp. garlic and pepper; press evenly onto beef steaks. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place steaks in skillet; brown evenly. Season with salt, as desired.
2. Add water to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hrs. or until beef is fork-tender.
3. Meanwhile combine mayonnaise ingredients in small bowl. Spread cut sides of rolls with mayonnaise mixture. Place on baking pan so surface of rolls is 3 to 4-in. from heat. Broil 1-2 min. or until lightly browned. Place sliced tomatoes on bottom half of rolls, if desired.
4. Carve steaks into thin slices. Divide steak slices evenly over roll bottoms; top with some of the cooking liquid. Close sandwiches. Serve with remaining cooking liquid for dipping, as desired.
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff