Philly Cheesesteak (Printable)

Tender ribeye, caramelized onions, and melted provolone piled high on a toasted hoagie roll.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced against the grain

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cheese

04 - 8 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese or Cheez Whiz)

→ Bread

05 - 4 hoagie rolls or long sandwich rolls, split lengthwise

→ Condiments & Seasoning

06 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Place the ribeye steak in the freezer for 30–45 minutes to firm slightly, then slice as thinly as possible against the grain using a sharp knife.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers (if using) and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and lightly browned, approximately 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high and add the sliced beef in a single layer. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just browned, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef. Divide the mixture into four equal portions in the pan. Place 2 slices of provolone cheese over each portion and allow to melt, about 1 minute.
05 - Split the hoagie rolls lengthwise, keeping one side intact like a hinge. Lightly toast the rolls if desired for added texture.
06 - Using a spatula, carefully lift each cheesy beef portion and transfer it into the prepared rolls. Serve immediately while hot and the cheese is melted.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get that street cart authenticity right in your own kitchen without needing a plane ticket
  • The whole family actually agrees on dinner for once, which feels like winning the lottery
02 -
  • Overcooking the beef makes it tough, so once it's browned, move on
  • That bread needs to be sturdy enough to hold everything together or you'll have a disaster on your hands
03 -
  • A cast iron skillet holds heat better and gives you nicer browning
  • Warming the rolls before filling them makes such a difference in the final sandwich
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