Page 232 - A Literary Holiday Cookbook

Makes 2 large sandwiches (can be cut into halves or

quarters)

“He cut a slice of beef from the joint upon the sideboard, sandwiched it between two rounds
of bread, and thrusting this rude meal into his pocket he started off upon his expedition.”
—“The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet”

Sherlock Holmes is famous for having a sparse appetite, but cold beef sandwiches seem to
be a weakness of his. He indulges in them several times throughout the books, mostly while
traveling on a case. I can see why! What could be better brain food than hearty bread,
protein that sticks to your ribs, and some choice toppings to wake your taste buds?

INGREDIENTS

For the Sauce
3 tablespoons sour cream

2 tablespoons horseradish sauce
1 strong pinch kosher salt

1 strong dash black pepper

¾ teaspoon lemon juice

For the Sandwiches

½ lb. boneless steak cut into 2 portions *
Salt and pepper, to taste

4 slices whole wheat bread

4 radishes
1½ cups arugula

INSTRUCTIONS

1 Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside.

2 Season the steak with salt and pepper to taste. Lightly oil a skillet
and set on medium heat. When the skillet is hot, sear the steak for 2

minutes on both sides. Hold the short ends down on the skillet with a