New England hot beef sandwich
The New England hot beef sandwich is a hearty, open-faced sandwich featuring slow-roasted, tender beef piled on thick slices of bread, then smothered in rich brown gravy. It's a classic comfort food staple in New England diners and homes, often served with mashed potatoes or vegetables on the side.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the beef and rich in fat and carbs from the gravy and bread, making it a very calorie-dense meal. A typical serving can easily range from 800 to 1,200 calories, providing substantial energy, iron, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 1100 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.2 mg |
| Zinc | 5.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 sandwich (340 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a quintessential 'blue-collar' comfort food that evolved from using leftover pot roast, embodying a no-waste, hearty eating tradition. Nutritionally, it's a complete, energy-packed meal in one dish, designed to fuel demanding workdays.
