Pesto Beef Sandwich in the Round

Transform your sandwich game with this indulgent Pesto Beef Sandwich in the Round, a perfect crowd-pleaser that combines bold flavors and rustic charm. Built inside a hollowed-out round loaf of crusty bread, this hearty creation features layers of tender roast beef, creamy provolone cheese, and vibrant fresh spinach. Infused with the rich, zesty flavor of pesto and a garlicky olive oil drizzle, every bite is warm, cheesy, and supremely satisfying. Baked to perfection in just 10 minutes, this sandwich is an ideal recipe for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or picnics when you want something both impressive and easy to share. Serve it hot in wedges or quarters, and watch it disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 Round loaf of crusty bread
• 1 cup Pesto sauce
• 12 ounces Roast beef (thinly sliced)
• 6 slices Provolone cheese
• 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a serrated knife, carefully slice off the top third of the round loaf of bread to create a lid. Hollow out the bottom portion of the loaf by removing most of the interior bread, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell.

Step 3

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Spread the pesto sauce evenly inside the hollowed-out bread shell, ensuring the sides and bottom are well coated.

Step 5

Layer half of the roast beef slices inside the bread. Follow with 3 slices of provolone cheese, then add the spinach leaves, spreading them out evenly. Top with the remaining roast beef slices and the last 3 slices of provolone cheese.

Step 6

Drizzle the garlic and olive oil mixture over the top layer of cheese. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Place the bread lid back on top of the filled loaf and press down gently to secure.

Step 8

Wrap the entire loaf tightly in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is warm and slightly crisp.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the sandwich rest for 2-3 minutes before unwrapping. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into wedges or quarters.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(860.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2785.4

Total Fat 224.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.2g
Cholesterol 343.2mg	0%
Sodium 7941.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 144.1g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 1911.7mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1774.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.5%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 6.9%