Inspired by the Taste Master Junior kitchen, this Beef & Cheddar Focaccia Sandwich keeps things tasty and no-stress. Soft focaccia, sliced beef, melted cheddar and a bit of crunch from greens – all from Food Lover’s Market. It’s quick to build, fun to eat and full of flavour without trying too hard.
2 pieces store-bought focaccia-style bread (about 8–10 cm each)
200g beef fillet, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Food Lovers Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt & black pepper, to taste
50 g Food Lovers Market white cheddar, Sliced
4–6 pickles, sliced lengthwise (gherkin or dill pickles work well)
Optional: mustard or aioli for extra flavor
Food Lovers Market Salted Butter
Lettuce
tomatoes
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the beef fillet slices, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until just browned and tender (about 3–4 minutes depending on thickness). 2. Prep the Focaccia: Slice your focaccia horizontally. Optional: lightly toast the bread with butter or a bit of olive oil in a pan for Add lettuce and slices of tomato. Layer the cooked garlic beef on the bottom half of each focaccia. Top with slices or shreds of white cheddar. Place pickles on top of the cheese. Optional: spread mustard or aioli on the top half of the bread.
