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March 5, 2021

Beef Manhattan

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Beef Manhattan is the perfect solution for leftover pot roast. It’s pure comfort food with beef and gravy on top of mashed potatoes and garlic toast.

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Comfort food is one of my specialties. And this Beef Manhattan is pure comfort. If you have leftover pot roast, this open-faced sandwich is what you want to make. Using prepared mashed potatoes and frozen garlic bread means a very quick dinner. When the beef and gravy are homemade, I don’t mind using some short cuts. This is stick to your ribs food for cold nights. Or if you have hungry teenagers who are constantly on the move.

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ladling the beef gravy on top of the mashed potatoes

What is Beef Manhattan?

Also known as a Hot Shot, Beef Manhattan is bread topped with mashed potatoes, roast beef and gravy. It’s popular in the Midwest but I hadn’t heard the name until recently. I assumed it originated in New York City. But upon further research, I found out that this dish was first served at a deli in Indiana back in 1941. Maybe they thought the name Manhattan lended an air of sophistication? I don’t know. But I do know it is delicious.

leftover pot roast sandwich - a beef manhattan

How do you make Beef Manhattan?

Melt butter in a sauté pan and whisk in some flour to make a roux. After cooking for a couple of minutes, whisk in some beef broth and tomato juice. Cook, stirring often, until a smooth gravy is formed. Season with salt, pepper and parsley. Stir in the leftover beef pot roast and cook until warm. Bake or air fry thick garlic bread until crispy. Top a slice of bread with mashed potatoes. Top the potatoes with the beef and gravy. Enjoy.

taking a bite of a beef manhattan

Kitchen Tips

  • Use a non-stick sauté pan for making the gravy and re-heating the beef.
  • These are the mashed potatoes I use in this recipe.
  • This is the garlic bread I use in this recipe.

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Beef Manhattan

Beef Manhattan is the perfect solution for leftover pot roast. It's pure comfort food with beef and gravy on top of mashed potatoes and garlic toast.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
Servings 4
Calories 462kcal
Author Jill McOwen

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup tomato juice
  • 2 cups leftover beef pot roast
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 slices garlic bread
  • 1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes

Instructions

  • In a non-stick sauté pan, heat the butter over medium heat until melted.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook for a couple of minutes until golden in color.
  • Whisk in the beef broth and tomato juice until smooth.
  • Cook, stirring often, until thickened. Stir in the beef and cook until warm.
  • Bake the garlic bread according to package directions.
  • Heat the mashed potatoes according to package directions.
  • Top the slices of garlic bread with mashed potatoes, beef and gravy.

Nutrition

Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 764mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 4mg

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  1. Erica says

    March 5, 2021 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    Those mashed potatoes with it look like such a great combo! 😋

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 5, 2021 at 1:05 pm

      Can’t go wrong with carbs on top of carbs. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Jenn says

    March 5, 2021 at 9:27 am

    5 stars
    I’m surprised I’ve never heard of this combination before – but why not? Every component is delish! I’m going to make a pot roast just so I can make this delish dish with the leftovers!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 5, 2021 at 1:05 pm

      Yay, this makes me happy! Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Katherine says

    March 5, 2021 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    What a great way to use up leftovers! Love this.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 5, 2021 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Kalu Lor says

    March 5, 2021 at 10:29 am

    5 stars
    This sounds amazing. First time hearing about a beef manhattan, so thank you for introducing me to this amazing sandwich. Love it!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 5, 2021 at 1:04 pm

      You’re welcome. Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Soniya says

    March 5, 2021 at 2:07 pm

    Wow! This looks and sounds so delicious! Adding the ingredients to my grocery shopping list.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 7, 2021 at 2:19 pm

      Happy to hear this!

      Reply
  6. Toni says

    April 26, 2021 at 11:33 am

    5 stars
    I love how quick and easy this is to make!! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2021 at 1:13 pm

      One of my most favorite quick and easy dinners to make when I have leftover pot roast. You’re welcome!

      Reply
  7. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain says

    April 26, 2021 at 12:41 pm

    5 stars
    Wow i have never heard of this dish before! Sounds amazing and beef is always a winning dinner in my home!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 29, 2021 at 1:33 pm

      Happy to introduce you to it. Beef Manhattan is such yummy comfort food!

      Reply
  8. Shinta says

    April 26, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    This was new to me, such a great combination. We are already planning to make it again next week. Thank you for the recipe

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 27, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      Excited for you to try this! You’re welcome!

      Reply
  9. Jess says

    July 27, 2021 at 10:57 am

    5 stars
    I am always wondering what to do with the leftover roast to make it enjoyable and something a little different. This is perfect!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      August 2, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      Thanks, enjoy!

      Reply
  10. Liz says

    July 27, 2021 at 11:02 am

    5 stars
    I’d never heard of beef manhattan but I was trying to help my mom find some new ways to make beef. Thanks for sharing this idea!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      August 2, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      I hope your Mom likes it. My kids do, and they’re pretty picky.

      Reply
  11. Pam says

    July 27, 2021 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    I had to laugh at your explanation of where the recipe originated, but it looks delicious!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      July 30, 2021 at 3:25 pm

      Glad to give you a chuckle. Writing these recipe posts is so technical these days… I have to entertain myself where I can. 🙂 Thanks for the 5-star review!

      Reply
  12. Katherine says

    July 27, 2021 at 11:28 am

    5 stars
    I hadn’t heard of Manhattan beef before, but glad I have now! So many great flavors in this comfort food.

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    • foodtasticmom says

      July 30, 2021 at 3:23 pm

      So happy to hear you enjoyed these. Thanks for taking the time to rate and review!

      Reply
  13. Rachna says

    July 27, 2021 at 11:35 am

    5 stars
    This looks and sounds so amazing. Just a perfect recipe.

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    • foodtasticmom says

      August 2, 2021 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks very much Rachna!

      Reply

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