Classic Beef Manhattan Recipe (Comfort Food Favorite)

This Beef Manhattan recipe is a hearty comfort food dish featuring tender roast beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and rich brown gravy served open-faced on toasted bread. It's quick to prepare using deli-sliced beef and ready-made gravy, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or nostalgic family meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb deli-style sliced roast beef
• 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
• 1 ½ cups beef gravy (store-bought or homemade)
• 4 slices thick white or Texas toast
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Toast bread: Lightly toast the slices of white or Texas toast and set aside.
2. Heat beef: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the sliced roast beef in 1/2 cup of the gravy until heated through.
3. Assemble base: Place one slice of toast on each plate. Top with a scoop of mashed potatoes.
4. Add beef: Lay warm roast beef over the mashed potatoes.
5. Top with gravy: Drizzle remaining hot gravy generously over the entire dish.
6. Serve: Garnish with black pepper or chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.