Pesto Beef Sandwich in the Round
Transform your sandwich game with this indulgent Pesto Beef Sandwich in the Round, a perfect crowd-pleaser that combines bold flavors and rustic charm. Built inside a hollowed-out round loaf of crusty bread, this hearty creation features layers of tender roast beef, creamy provolone cheese, and vibrant fresh spinach. Infused with the rich, zesty flavor of pesto and a garlicky olive oil drizzle, every bite is warm, cheesy, and supremely satisfying. Baked to perfection in just 10 minutes, this sandwich is an ideal recipe for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or picnics when you want something both impressive and easy to share. Serve it hot in wedges or quarters, and watch it disappear in minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 Round loaf of crusty bread
- 1 cup Pesto sauce
- 12 ounces Roast beef (thinly sliced)
- 6 slices Provolone cheese
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Using a serrated knife, carefully slice off the top third of the round loaf of bread to create a lid. Hollow out the bottom portion of the loaf by removing most of the interior bread, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell.
In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Spread the pesto sauce evenly inside the hollowed-out bread shell, ensuring the sides and bottom are well coated.
Layer half of the roast beef slices inside the bread. Follow with 3 slices of provolone cheese, then add the spinach leaves, spreading them out evenly. Top with the remaining roast beef slices and the last 3 slices of provolone cheese.
Drizzle the garlic and olive oil mixture over the top layer of cheese. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Place the bread lid back on top of the filled loaf and press down gently to secure.
Wrap the entire loaf tightly in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is warm and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and let the sandwich rest for 2-3 minutes before unwrapping. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into wedges or quarters.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.6 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.8 g | 319% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 7942 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1912 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1774 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
