Tender smoked brisket meets sweet-tangy BBQ sauce, caramelized onions, and gooey melted cheese — all tucked into a toasted hoagie roll. It’s smoky, cheesy, saucy, and totally unforgettable.
Why You’ll Love This
- Combines two comfort food legends
- Perfect for leftover brisket or deli-style beef
- Smoky, savory, sweet, and cheesy in every bite
- Easy to prep and even easier to devour
- Great for game day, cookouts, or weekend splurges
ingredients
Makes 4 loaded sandwiches
For the Meat:
- 1 ½ lbs cooked BBQ brisket, sliced or shredded (leftover or store-bought works great)
- 1/2 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce (smoky or sweet-style)
For the Onions & Peppers:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced (optional but tasty)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar (for depth)
For the Sandwiches:
- 4 hoagie rolls or sub buns, split but not sliced all the way through
- 8 slices provolone cheese or white American cheese
- Optional: pickled jalapeños, crispy onions, or extra BBQ drizzle for topping