Copycat Arby's Beef-n-Cheddar with Curly Fries

This copycat Arby’s Beef-n-cheddar did the the classic sandwich justice. And the fries were right on the money too. My cravin’ was satisfied (for now)!

Course Main

Cuisine American

Keyword beef, cheddar, copycat, fries, sandwich

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 414kcal

Author Based on a recipe from Oh Sweet Basil

Equipment

Ingredients

For the beef-n-cheddar sandwich

½ cup ketchup
2 teaspoons water
pinch kosher salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
4 onion buns
1 pound roast beef thinly-sliced sandwich meat
6 slices American cheese
2 tablespoons milk

For the curly fries

½ bag curly fries
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Make the Arby's sauce by combining the ketchup, water, salt, and garlic and onion powders.
Warm the buns in the oven.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the roast beef, cover, and turn heat to low.
Meanwhile, place the cheese in a bowl with the milk. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring, until the cheese melts and becomes a creamy sauce.
Slather the buns with the Arby's sauce. Top with the roast beef and cheese sauce.

For the curly fries

Bake fries per package instructions.
Combine the seasonings.
Remove the fries from the oven and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle with seasoning and toss to coat.

Notes

You can buy Arby's curly fries in many grocery stores. They're actually quite tasty and are a great alternative to these homemade fries.

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