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Copycat Arby’s Beef & Cheddar Sandwiches

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Recreate the iconic taste of Copycat Arby’s Beef & Cheddar Sandwiches at home. This dish features tender roast beef, creamy cheddar sauce, and soft buns—perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb. roast beef (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 onion rolls or sesame seed buns
  • ¼ cup Arby’s special sauce (or homemade barbecue sauce)

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add roast beef, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour to make a roux.
  • Whisk in milk, then add cheddar cheese and paprika.
  • Assemble sandwiches with Arby’s sauce, beef, and cheddar sauce in buns.
  • For extra crispiness, air fry for 5-7 minutes or bake in oven for 10 minutes at 350°F.

Notes

Use quality, thinly sliced roast beef for tenderness.
Fresh rolls and high-quality cheese enhance flavor.
Feel free to customize with sautéed onions or jalapeños.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stove & Air Fryer/Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 560
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 1300
  • Fat: 28
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 80