Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteaks
A delightful twist on the classic sandwich, combining tender ground beef, earthy peppers, aromatic onions, and creamy cheese in a soft bun.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 fat content recommended for best flavor and juiciness.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
- 1 large onion, sliced thin
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce For added flavor.
- 4 slices provolone cheese Or your choice of cheese.
- 4 hoagie rolls or sub sandwich buns
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
- optional sliced mushrooms or additional toppings like hot peppers For added customization.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and peppers, cooking until they soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything together until well combined. Allow it to cook for another 2 minutes.
- Place slices of provolone cheese on top of the meat mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil for a minute or two, letting the cheese melt.
- While the cheese melts, toast the hoagie rolls in an oven or skillet until lightly golden.
- Remove the skillet from heat and scoop the cheesesteak mixture into the toasted rolls. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet to preserve texture. For variations, try ground turkey or different vegetables and cheeses.