Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak
A tantalizing twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak featuring savory ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and gooey melted cheese.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for 80/20 for a balance of flavor and fat.
- 1 medium Onion Thinly sliced, sweet onions like Vidalia or yellow work best.
- 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Thinly sliced for added crunch and flavor.
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Thinly sliced to enhance sweetness and color.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced for aromatic depth.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing the vegetables.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for warmth.
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning A blend of herbs for added flavor.
- 8 ounces Provolone Cheese Sliced, melts beautifully.
- 4 hoagie rolls Hoagie Rolls Soft yet sturdy for holding the filling.
- Optional Toppings Sliced jalapeños, hot sauce, or pickles.
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and warm for a minute.
- Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and caramelized. Add minced garlic in the last minute.
- In a separate bowl, season ground beef with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Push vegetables to one side of the skillet and add seasoned ground beef. Cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking apart as it cooks until browned.
- Mix beef with sautéed vegetables and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and layer sliced provolone cheese over the mixture. Cover to melt cheese.
- Prepare hoagie rolls, toasting if desired.
- Scoop the beef and vegetable mixture into hoagie rolls and serve hot. Offer optional toppings on the side.
Notes
This recipe is versatile; feel free to customize with different cheeses, vegetables, or spices to suit your taste.