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    Homemade Roast Beef Sandwich Spread: Easy Leftover Ideas

    Published: Feb 12, 2019 ยท Modified: Apr 25, 2025 by Audrey ยท This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Homemade Roast Beef Sandwich Spread takes leftover roast beef and turns it into a spreadable pate, perfect for sandwiches and appetizers. Copycat recipe.

    Do you ever find yourself craving a delicious, hearty sandwich but are tired of the same old fillings? Look no further than Roast Beef Sandwich Spread.

    While you could just buy a tiny little can at the store, this recipe shows you how to turn leftover roast beef into something completely different, but equally delicious.

    And with three simple ingredients and about two minutes in the food processor, can it be any easier?

    Why settle for a boring sandwich when you can elevate it with this delectable and easy-to-make spread?

    roast beef spread on a sandwich with text overlay "roast beef sandwich spread"

    Sliced leftover roast beef makes wonderful sandwiches the next day, especially a nice French Dip. YUM!

    But, my son wanted something "different" in his lunch. So, I threw together this easy spread and made a simple sandwich for him on sourdough bread. It is delightful on sandwiches and makes a tasty appetizer too.

    Roast Beef Sandwich Spread Variations

    The store bought version in the little can contains ingredients like: MSG, sugar, yeast extract, onion powder and turmeric.

    The recipe below uses nothing but mayo, horseradish, salt and pepper.

    You can add your favorite spice blends in place of or in addition to the horseradish to vary the final product. A few ideas:

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    • bbq rub
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    • rosemary
    • tarragon
    • sage

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    Besides smearing it on bread or crackers as is, there are a variety of other ways to use roast beef sandwich spread.

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    Ingredients
     

    • ยฝ pound cooked roast beef (cut in slices or chunks)
    • ยผ - ยฝ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (more or less to taste)
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the roast beef until it is in small bits. 
    • Add ยผ cup mayonnaise and horseradish and process until smooth. Add additional mayonnaise if desired.
    • Add salt and pepper, and additional horseradish, as desired.ย 

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    1. Marilyn Lesniak

      February 12, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      Thank you for hosting. I love sharing with your readers and always find inspiration here. Happy Valentineโ€™s Week.Have a blessed week! #OverTheMoon #ThursdayFavoriteThings

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    2. Christie

      August 28, 2022 at 3:58 am

      It's like ham salad but with beef. This looks delicious!!

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