I'm an Iowan girl and Hot Beef Sandwich just screams "farm girl". I didn't grow up on a farm, but my parents did and farmers like their meat and potatoes.
What you will need: 3-4lb chuck or arm roast, dry onion soup mix, water, red wine (optional), salt and pepper, flour, potatoes
Place the roast in a roaster or crock pot. I'm using the crock pot. Season it with salt and pepper. Add 3 cups of water and 1/2 cup red wine and soup mix. Cook on low for 7-9 hours. If you do this in the oven, try 300 degrees for 2-3 hours. When the time is up, take the roast out and set aside. Pour the juice in a small pan. Stir some flour, about 4 tbsp with a little water. Keep adding water until you get a nice paste, like glue. Bring the liquid to a boil and gradually whisk in the 'glue'. Simmer until thick. You may want to add a beef bouillon cube for flavor. I didn't add one tonight, just a little extra salt.
Cook up some mashed potatoes while the gravy is simmering. Boil potato chunks in water. Cook until soft. Drain and toss them in a mixing bowl. Add sour cream, butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mash with a masher or fit the mixer with the paddle attachment.
On your plate place a piece of bread, top with shredded beef and gravy. You can put the potatoes on the side or right on top of the beef before adding the gravy. Of course, add some corn to the top!
This is how Iowa does comfort food!
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