Treat yourself to a classic American recipe that’s oozing with flavour. Our three beef sandwich recipes may have humble origins but each represents a sought-after iconic American dish, renowned the world over for its enticing texture and taste.
OK, so beef sandwiches dripping with juices, cheese and other additions may not spring to mind as the most healthy snack option… but indulging once in a while will do you no harm!
In fact, good quality beef is packed full of B vitamins, minerals and, of course, protein, so it’s sure to satisfy any hunger while dosing you up with good nutrients too.
The origins of the classic American sandwich
Each of our recipes is a variation of what has now become a classic American dish.
Beef sandwiches, such as the ones in our suggested recipes, are believed to have originated at the beginning of the 20th century in cities — like Chicago and Philadelphia — with significant immigrant communities, notably Italians.
To make the most of what was available, they would slow roast the cheaper but tough cuts of meat in broth to make them more palatable and serve them on bread with additions like cheese and pickled vegetables.
The meat would be thinly sliced to enable it to go further.
From simple beginnings, the beef sandwich has now become a classic dish that is loved the world over.
Choose ethically produced beef
And when you buy ethically produced beef from Provenir, you can ditch any guilt that comes from opting for meat dishes.
Our grass-fed and finished beef means exactly what the name suggests — that our animals have been fed only grass in the most natural environment possible.
Because the cows are free to roam and graze outdoors, just as they would in the wild, they are living with less stress and to the highest welfare standards.
This is in contrast to grain-fed animals that are reared in confined spaces and injected with hormones to promote rapid growth and antibiotics to counter diseases that spread quickly in restricted pens.
It’s also been established that grass-fed beef contains higher levels of vitamins A and E and some antioxidants. In addition, it is less fatty (1), so it’s the healthiest way of eating this delicious meat.
Philly cheesesteak recipe
There’s no end to the flavour that’s bursting out of this classic sandwich that originated on the East Coast. Thinly sliced ribeye steak, mouthwatering caramelised onion and provolone cheese combine in a toasted garlicky hoagie roll to create a taste that’s out of this world.
Classic Chicago Italian beef sandwich recipe done at home
This melt-in-your-mouth sandwich features thin, slow-roasted beef drenched in flavoursome stock with sauteed peppers in fluffy Italian bread rolls. The result is a delicious and filling snack that is as good as a full-blown meal for keeping the hunger pangs at bay.
Provenir broth makes this recipe extra special. It’s made by cooking beef bones for a total of 16 hours to extract an intense flavour and many nutrients. It’s in line with our “nose to tail” philosophy, which means that no part of an animal should go to waste.
Reuben sandwich with homemade Russian dressing
You’ll love this combination of corned beef, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut drizzled with Russian dressing and stuffed between slices of grilled rye bread. It’s a satisfying combo that can be enjoyed hot or cold… though we would most definitely recommend it hot for the extra layer of deliciousness it provides.
Grass-fed beef delivered to your door
For grass-fed meat delivery straight to your door, try Provenir.
We pride ourselves on our mission to provide the best grass-fed beef online that’s not only free-range and of the highest quality but also produced to the highest welfare standards.
We deliver grass-fed beef to Melbourne and other areas in eastern Australia, so you can enjoy the Provenir difference in all your recipes.
So for grass-fed beef in Sydney and grass-fed beef in Brisbane, simply check your postcode to know if we deliver to your area and start indulging your tastebuds with our delicious classic American beef recipes.
References
1. Healthline website, ‘Grass-Fed vs. Grain-Fed Beef — What’s the Difference?, 4 December 2019.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/grass-fed-vs-grain-fed-beef
