Classic Beef Manhattan – A Hearty, Homestyle Favorite
A comforting Midwestern favorite featuring roast beef layered over toasted bread, topped with mashed potatoes, and smothered in rich brown gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb thin-sliced roast beef (deli-style or homemade)
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4 slices thick white bread (Texas toast or similar)
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2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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4 tbsp butter
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½ cup milk (or cream)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp butter (for gravy)
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2 cups beef stock or broth
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season to taste.
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Warm roast beef in a skillet with a splash of broth until heated through.
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Toast bread slices until golden.
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In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in beef stock. Simmer until thickened. Add Worcestershire sauce and season to taste.
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Place toast on plate, top with roast beef, then mashed potatoes.
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Pour hot gravy over the entire dish. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Swap beef for turkey or chicken for variation.
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Use mashed cauliflower for a low-carb alternative.
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Make ahead and reheat just before serving.