Melt-in-Your-Mouth: The Best Cheeses for Roast Beef Sandwiches

As a mom of four active kids, I’m always on the lookout for quick and easy ways to make a tasty meal. My family loves roast beef dinner, but I don’t always have time for a complicated recipe with lots of extras. In fact, when I looked into what cheese goes with roast beef, I was thrilled to find that a simple cheese pairing can make plain roast beef look beautiful with almost no extra work.

Most nights I’m rushing to get dinner on the table before the kids’ rumbling stomachs rebel. I have to pick them up from school, do loads of laundry, and keep them busy. More elaborate roast beef recipes got relegated to special occasions only. But I discovered that a tasty cheese on top of sliced roast beef with a vegetable side dish makes a filling meal that my whole family loves.

It started with that beloved staple – cheddar. A simple open-faced sandwich or weeknight platter can be made with roast beef and a few slices of the sharp orange cheese I always have on hand. The kids devour it paired with some cornbread or rolls on the side. Havarti and Swiss quickly entered the rotation too for their melty, creamy goodness.

Later, I got more adventurous, crumbling gorgonzola over a roast beef salad. And using Manchego to give our sandwiches a sophisticated spin. The kids were initially hesitant about “the stinky cheeses mom likes” as they so lovingly call them. But even my pickiest eater now gobbles up roast beef and blue cheese pizza with gusto.

These simple cheese pairings have been a sanity-saver on my busiest days. I can whip up a roast beef and cheese tray in minutes, no recipe required. Or let the oven do the work for melty casseroles and nachos. After a long day, it feels good to make my family a hearty, tasty meal without having to spend a lot of time on complicated dishes.

In this article ahead, I’ll share the cheese pairings my family raves about along with easy serving ideas. Just simple, delicious ways to dress up roast beef with cheese.

What kind of cheese goes with roast beef? Cheddar is often the cheese that people serve with roast beef. And there’s a good reason for that: aged cheddar has a sharp taste and a creamy texture that go well with beef.

The intensity of the cheddar can stand up to the hearty flavors of the meat. When paired with bakery-style bread, a nice sharp cheddar cheese adds a tangy contrast to roast beef sandwiches. Aged white cheddar or extra sharp orange cheddar are particularly good options.

When you make a platter of roast beef, aged cheddar slices look great on top of crackers or bread. They have a nice firmness that allows the cheese to be eaten in slices or chunks without crumbling. The nutty sharpness balances the savory flavors of the beef well.

Swiss cheese is another excellent match for roast beef, thanks to its distinct nutty and slightly sweet flavors. In deli-style sandwiches, Swiss cheese is often the go-to pairing for roast beef. Its firm yet creamy texture melts nicely, binding the ingredients together.

Swiss cheese adds a lovely flavor to hot roast beef, whether you put slices on bread or cook it with the beef. Its subtle sweetness and hint of salt provide an excellent counterpoint to the rich meat. Try it in a warm roast beef melt for an exceptionally tasty sandwich.

For roast beef sandwiches with an Italian flair, provolone cheese is the perfect choice. Its smooth, mild flavor blends wonderfully with the roast beef without overpowering it. Provolone is a great choice for paninis, melts, or even a regular sliced sandwich because it is slightly sweet and very creamy when melted.

Aged provolone provides a bit more bite and complexity of flavor. But mild provolone goes well with roast beef too, especially on sandwiches where the soft cheese and tender meat make for a great contrast. The meltability of provolone helps bind the ingredients together into a cohesive and satisfying sandwich experience.

For a stronger flavor, crumbled blue cheese can be added to sandwiches with roast beef. Mild cheeses go well with roast beef. The tangy, creamy characteristics of blue cheese can give your roast beef a gourmet upgrade. It adds a whole new dimension of flavor, taking a roast beef dish from straightforward to seriously tasty.

A drizzle of blue cheese dressing over a roast beef salad or plank pairs wonderfully with the meat. Adding blue cheese crumbles to a hot open-faced sandwich or melt really takes it to the next level. Along with the sliced roast beef, you can put blue cheese chunks or a blue cheese spread on an appetizer platter.

Just avoid overdoing it with the blue cheese – a little can provide plenty of robust flavor. You want the beef to still be the star!.

Gruyère goes well with roast beef. It tastes a lot like Swiss cheese, but it’s deeper, sweeter, and more complex. It has a gorgeous pale yellow color and small holes, along with a firm but supple texture. The nuttiness and hint of fruitiness in Gruyère work so well with the hearty beef.

Because it retains its integrity when melted, Gruyère shines in a gourmet roast beef and cheese melt. It’s also fantastic sliced on a sandwich or piled onto a roast beef salad. Toast with thinly sliced roast beef and Gruyère cheese is a simple but classy way to start a meal. The flavored contrasts are simply beautiful.

Gorgonzola, a different kind of blue cheese, goes well with roast beef if you want to try something new. Gorgonzola offers a very bold and potent flavor that can stand up to the intensity of roast beef. Its blue veins add an instant pop of flavor and a spiciness that goes well with the meat instead of competing with it.

For an appetizer board, add some crumbled gorgonzola to pair with sliced roast beef, grapes, pecans and crackers. Or make a gourmet roast beef, arugula and gorgonzola sandwich melt – the flavors are absolute perfection together.

A little gorgonzola cheese goes a long way, so it adds a lot of flavor without making the other ingredients taste weak.

Fans of the classic horseradish and roast beef combo will appreciate horseradish-flavored Havarti cheese. Horseradish fans can’t get enough of this strong condiment! The herbal, spicy kick of the horseradish goes so well with the richness of juicy roast beef. And Havarti provides the ideal smooth, buttery base for this added flavor.

For a really great sandwich, I like to make roast beef melts with horseradish Havarti, caramelized onions, and mushrooms. Horseradish Havarti also pairs well with sliced roast beef in sandwiches or on an appetizer tray. The creaminess of the cheese mellows out the sinus-clearing horseradish for a nice balance.

Even without the horseradish, plain Havarti is an excellent choice for roast beef dishes. Its supple, creamy texture and delicate buttery flavor strike just the right balance with robust beef. Havarti melts beautifully, making it a go-to for hot roast beef sandwiches.

I also like how the very mild Havarti cheese goes well with slow-roasted beef on platters and in sandwiches. The beef really takes center stage, with the Havarti playing a subtle supporting role. Its meltability binds the ingredients together into a comforting roast beef dish.

Some of my favorite cheeses to use are Monterey Jack and roast beef. I like to use them in casseroles, nachos, and heated sandwiches. Its creamy texture and mild flavor melt absolutely beautifully, creating a luscious cheesy experience.

Shredded Monterey Jack blends with roast beef seamlessly, enveloping the meat in gooey goodness. When Monterey Jack slices are added on top, the heat from the beef helps the cheese melt and lightly brown, making a rich crown. Whether you’re making a cheesy roast beef baked pasta, nachos or cheesesteak-style sandwich, Monterey Jack rarely disappoints.

For a roast beef pairing that’s outside the box, try Spanish Manchego cheese. Manchego, which is made from sheep’s milk, has a unique flavor that is nutty, sweet, and caramel-like. It goes well with roast beef. Its firm texture holds up well when slicing or grating.

Manchego works wonderfully in roast beef salads or charcuterie platters. Shaved Manchego over slices of rare roast beef makes quite the gourmet appetizer. To make roast beef sandwiches more interesting, use sliced or grated Manchego cheese instead of other cheeses. The Manchego offers a whole new flavor experience.

Soft, creamy cheeses like Camembert provide a luxurious contrast to hearty roast beef. The rich and smooth Camembert cheese almost melts in your mouth and goes perfectly with the soft beef slices. Spread it on crackers topped with roast beef for an easy but elegant appetizer.

For an amazing roast beef sandwich, I like to use the classic French cheese Camembert. The earthy, mushroom notes pair so interestingly with the flavors of the beef. And there’s nothing better than when the cheese gets deliciously oozy in a hot sandwich or melts!.

Finally, don’t forget Parmesan. It’s one of my favorite cheeses to use in all sorts of foods. People don’t usually slice Parmesan and serve it with roast beef, but grated Parmesan can give roast beef a great salty, nutty kick.

I like to put Parmesan on top of pasta dishes with roast beef or use it in soups or risottos with roast beef. You can also toss grated Parmesan into a roast beef salad for added richness. Roasted vegetables served alongside roast beef are likewise enhanced with a scattering of the grated cheese.

Just don’t use too much Parmesan; a little goes a long way and adds just the right amount of nutty flavor without overpowering the other ingredients.

Cheesy Roast Beef Sandwiches

• On top of crusty artisan bread, a roast beef and Havarti melt with Dijon mustard and caramelized onions.
• French Dip: Roast beef and Swiss cheese on a baguette with au jus to dip it in.
• Roast Beef and Cheddar with Horseradish Mayo: rye bread with arugula and sharp cheddar
• On focaccia, Italian roast beef and provolone with roasted red peppers and balsamic vinaigrette.
• Barbecue Roast Beef and Pepper Jack: brioche bun with barbecue sauce and crispy fried onions

Think about flavor intensity.

When you use mild cheeses, the beef flavor stands out, but when you use strong cheeses, one flavor stands out more.

Roast Beef & Cheddar Sandwich

FAQ

What is the best cheese to put on a roast beef sandwich?

What goes well on a roast beef sandwich?

Does American cheese go with roast beef?

What compliments a beef sandwich?

Which cheese is best for a cold roast beef sandwich?

Southern Italian cheese known as mozzarella has been around for a long time. It is the ideal balance for a cold roast beef sandwich because it has a milky, grassy flavor, floral undertones, and a tiny bit of tanginess. Since Pepper Jack cheese is a variation of Monterey Jack, it is semi-soft and has a spicy flavor.

Which is the most healthy cheese to eat?

Types of cheese are distinguished according to the basic ingredients and processing methods. Therefore, the nutritional content and characteristics of each cheese certainly varies. As every individual’s nutritional requirement and health conditions are different, it is important to choose the type of cheese based on the condition. Feta cheese and Goat cheese are traditionally made from goat’s or sheep’s milk. This type of cheese is beneficial for people who are lactose intolerant because feta lacks casein, the main protein in cow’s milk that is not easily digested by people with lactose intolerance. In addition, feta cheese is rich in mineral phosphorus which is good for healthy, strong bones and teeth. Cheddar cheese that comes from cow’s milk is also beneficial for those who are lactose sensitive. This is because its long aging process reduces the content of lactose in the cheese. This type of cheese is high in calcium which is important for bone health. In addition, Mozzarella Cheese is low in sodium and low in fat when compared to cheddar and parmesan cheese. This is a good alternative for individuals with hypertension or kidney disease. However, the calcium and mineral levels of mozzarella are not as high as the two cheeses.

What cheese goes well with roast beef?

Swiss cheese is another great option. The nutty flavor of Swiss cheese pairs well with the savory taste of roast beef, and the two ingredients complement each other perfectly. Swiss cheese is also a good choice because it melts easily, so you can enjoy a gooey and delicious sandwich.

Should you add cheese to a roast beef sandwich?

There are a few reasons why adding cheese to your roast beef sandwich is a good idea. First, it adds another layer of flavor to the sandwich. Second, it helps to keep the roast beef moist and prevents it from drying out. Third, it provides a bit of creaminess that helps to offset the spiciness of the horseradish sauce.