These Mexican Sandwiches are a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for potlucks or family dinners. The recipe combines lean ground beef with savory tomato sauce, sharp Longhorn cheese, and zesty salsa for a burst of authentic flavor. By hollowing out hard rolls and stuffing them generously before baking, the bread absorbs the rich juices while the cheese melts into a gooey delight. Wrapped in foil, the sandwiches steam perfectly, ensuring moist beef and soft bread in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, hearty meal that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or feeding a large group of hungry guests.
Mexican Sandwiches
Description
These Mexican Sandwiches are a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for potlucks or family dinners. The recipe combines lean ground beef with savory tomato sauce, sharp Longhorn cheese, and zesty salsa for a burst of authentic flavor. By hollowing out hard rolls and stuffing them generously before baking, the bread absorbs the rich juices while the cheese melts into a gooey delight. Wrapped in foil, the sandwiches steam perfectly, ensuring moist beef and soft bread in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, hearty meal that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or feeding a large group of hungry guests.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Finely chop the large onion.
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In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
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Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, salsa, and chopped olives (if using) until well combined.
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Slice the 24 hard rolls in half horizontally.
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Gently pinch out the soft interior of each roll half to create a pocket, leaving a thin crust shell.
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Place a spoonful of the beef mixture into the bottom half of each roll.
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Top the beef with shredded Longhorn cheese.
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Close the rolls with the top halves.
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Wrap each individual sandwich tightly in aluminum foil.
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Place the wrapped sandwiches on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are heated through.
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Let cool for a few minutes before unwrapping and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 933.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 58.3g90%
- Saturated Fat 24.9g125%
- Cholesterol 284.1mg95%
- Sodium 314.4mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 3.0g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 90.1g181%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
