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Elevate Your Lunch Game with This Gourmet Sandwich

A Tribute to Frugal Innovation

My friend’s father had a knack for transforming last night’s leftovers into a mouthwatering sandwich filling. Inspired by his resourcefulness, I’ve created a show-stopping sandwich featuring bourbon-marinated flank steak, perfect for a satisfying lunch at the office.

A Sandwich Worth Planning Ahead For

This delectable creation is worth cooking the steak specifically for. Simply assemble the sandwich in the morning, and then pop it in the toaster oven at the office when you’re ready to devour it. Alternatively, take a shortcut by using store-bought mayonnaise and roasted red peppers.

The Perfect Combination

This gourmet sandwich brings together the tender flavors of bourbon-marinated flank steak, creamy tarragon mayonnaise, melted provolone cheese, and sweet roasted bell peppers, all nestled within crispy ciabatta bread.

Quick and Easy Recipe

Yields: 1 sandwich
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Tarragon Mayonnaise
• 1 (3-inch-long) piece ciabatta, sliced in half horizontally
• 1 1/2 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese (about 2 slices)
• 3 to 4 ounces Bourbon-Marinated Flank Steak, thinly sliced (about 7 slices)
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced Basic Roasted Bell Peppers

Assembly and Toasting

Heat your broiler to high and arrange a rack in the middle of the oven. Spread 1 tablespoon of tarragon mayonnaise on each piece of bread. Layer the cheese, sliced steak, and peppers on one half of the bread. Place the sandwich halves on a baking sheet or aluminum foil and toast until the bread is brown and the cheese is melted, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oven, close the sandwich, and serve.

The Perfect Wine Pairing

For a delightful beverage pairing, try Joseph Drouhin Beaujolais-Villages from France. This light, fruity red wine complements the flavors of the sandwich while its green, leafy notes harmonize with the tarragon. Serve chilled, and enjoy!