Best 5 World Famous Horseshoe Sandwich Recipes
**Introducing the World-Famous Horseshoe Sandwich: A Culinary Journey Through History and Taste**
In the realm of American comfort food, few dishes hold a place as iconic as the horseshoe sandwich. Originating in Springfield, Illinois, this culinary masterpiece has captivated taste buds for over a century, earning its reputation as a must-try delicacy. Picture a savory open-faced sandwich featuring a perfectly toasted bun, generously layered with your choice of protein, a blanket of melted cheese, and a cascade of crispy French fries. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible, making the horseshoe sandwich a true symphony of taste. Whether you prefer classic fillings like ham or tenderloin, or venture into unique variations such as the "Garbage Horseshoe," this sandwich promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Dive into our curated collection of recipes and discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect horseshoe sandwich, taking your taste buds on a journey through history and flavor.
HORSESHOE SANDWICHES
Hearty meat and potato lovers in your family will be happy to indulge in the Horseshoe Sandwich. Our recipe used the classic ham steak, but hamburger patties are a popular alternative. Even though the sandwich is topped with a homemade cheese sauce, the blue plate special only takes 30 minutes to make.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook potatoes according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in cheese until blended. Stir in beer and Worcestershire sauce; heat through., Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ham; cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned and heated through. , To serve, place two toasts on each of two serving plates; top with ham, fries and cheese sauce. Sprinkle with paprika.
Nutrition Facts :
HOT TURKEY HORSESHOE SANDWICH
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Time 30m
Yield 4 open-faced sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook fries according to package instructions. Place in a large bowl, then sprinkle with garlic salt and set aside.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium pan over medium heat, then add flour and whisk until blonde. Whisk in milk, Worcestershire and sriracha and bring to a simmer, then cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk in both cheeses until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Place a couple slices of turkey on the griddled Texas toast, then a pile of French fries; ladle the cheese sauce over the entire thing. Garnish with some parsley and some pickled peppers.
WORLD FAMOUS HORSESHOE SANDWICH
"Horseshoes" are a Springfield, Illinois original, first created by the chef at the "The Red Coach" for his luncheon clientèle. The story goes that he had a lot of extra cheese sauce left over one day and decided to throw it over the "chopped steak" and gravy sandwiches the patrons were always ordering. He added some shoestring potatoes on top, and a sensation was born! This recipe is a update of the original (which called for a whole cup of flour!) and your family will positively beg for more. Don't skimp on the cheese sauce. If your appetite is smaller, cut this in half. Then you have what we call around here, a "pony shoe"!
Provided by hopeful
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- SANDWICH PART: Form 6 hamburgers and season to taste.
- Cook them, trying to keep them as evenly flat as you can.
- Keep warm.
- Begin to fry french fries.
- Keep warm.
- Toast bread until crisp.
- SAUCE: Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan.
- Stir in the flour.
- Cook, stirring, 5 minutes.
- Gradually stir in the 4 cups milk.
- Stir and cook until thick.
- Transfer to a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Whisk in the evaporated milk until smooth.
- Add the cut up Velveeta (OR Cheddar).
- Microwave for 6 minutes.
- Take out and stir.
- Add the Worcestershire and hot pepper sauce.
- Microwave for another 3 minutes or so, or until the sauce is smooth and hot.
- Take out and taste for Worcestershire and hot sauce.
- Place spoon you were stirring with on a clean plate, away from the stove.
- If mixture seems to harden too fast upon cooling, add a bit more milk.
- Note: I know this seems like a lot of cheese sauce and you may cut it down if you wish, but the cheese sauce is the main attraction here.
- It is hard to have "too much"!
- Assembly is in this order: toast, hamburger, lots of cheese sauce and french fries.
- I promise, you'll have no leftovers.
HORSESHOE
Every time we visit Springfield, Illinois we have to eat one of their famous horseshoes. The cheese sauce is a little different depending on where you stop to eat, seems everyone has their own way of making it. But we love them all. If you only use one slice of bread and one hamburger patty it is called a ponyshoe. This recipe can also be made with chicken tenders in place of the hamburger patties.
Provided by kehn
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread french fries out on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, divide the ground beef into four equal parts and form into patties. Fry the patties in a large skillet over medium-high heat until well done, about 4 minutes per side.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in the flour. Cook while stirring constantly for 4 minutes to cook out the flavor of raw flour. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half so that no lumps form. Bring to a simmer then remove from the heat and add the cheese; stir until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce to taste.
- Place 2 slices of toasted bread onto 2 dinner plates and top each slice with a hamburger patty. Top each patty with cooked french fries. Pour the cheese sauce on top of everything and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2056.6 calories, Carbohydrate 81.1 g, Cholesterol 494.1 mg, Fat 153.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 88.2 g, SaturatedFat 87.7 g, Sodium 2384.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
HORSESHOE SANDWICH - COPYCAT
Two local chefs created the Springfield Horseshoe Sandwich in 1928 at the Leland Hotel in Springfield, Illinois.
Provided by Dropbear
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare frozen French fries according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, prepare cheese sauce by first beating egg yolks and beer together.
- Melt butter and cheese together over boiling water, stirring in one direction only with wooden spoon.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt and cayenne pepper.
- Stirring constantly, add beer/egg mixture to cheese mixture a little at a time.
- Keep mixture hot as you stir, but don't let it bubble.
- Meanwhile, toast bread.
- Meanwhile, preheat platter.
- Place toast on platter.
- Place meat atop toast.
- Cover meat with cheese sauce.
- Circle platter with French fries.
- Add dash of paprika.
- Makes 1 serving.
- Tip.
- Constant stirring and top-quality cheese will yield a smooth mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.4, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 24, Cholesterol 222.2, Sodium 976.8, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 30.2
Tips:
- Use good quality bread that can hold up to the weight of the toppings.
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the bread to help keep the juices from the meat and cheese from soaking in.
- Use a variety of cheeses to add flavor and texture to the sandwich.
- Cook the meat to your desired doneness.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings.
Conclusion:
The horseshoe sandwich is a delicious and iconic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a versatile sandwich that can be customized to suit your own taste. Whether you like it simple or loaded with toppings, the horseshoe sandwich is sure to satisfy. So next time you're looking for a hearty and filling meal, give the horseshoe sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed!
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