Philly Cheesesteak (Printable)

Tender sliced ribeye with caramelized onions and melted provolone on a toasted hoagie roll

# Components:

→ Beef

01 - 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced against the grain (partially freeze for easier cutting)

→ Vegetables

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

→ Cheese

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

→ Bread

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

→ Cooking Essentials

06 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - Place ribeye steak in freezer for 30-45 minutes until firm but not frozen solid. Slice as thinly as possible against the grain using a sharp knife.
02 - Heat 1 tbsp oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers if using. Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned. Transfer to plate.
03 - Add remaining oil to skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Add sliced beef in single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring until just browned.
04 - Return vegetables to skillet and stir to combine with beef. Divide mixture into 4 portions. Place 2 cheese slices over each portion. Let melt 1 minute.
05 - Split hoagie rolls lengthwise, keeping one edge intact. Lightly toast if desired.
06 - Using spatula, lift each cheesy beef portion and place into prepared rolls. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its that perfect combination of tender beef, sweet onions, and salty cheese that just works
  • Ready in 30 minutes but tastes like something from a corner deli
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan steams the beef instead of searing it, work in batches if needed
  • The meat keeps cooking after you remove it from heat, so err on the side of underdone
03 -
  • A cast iron skillet holds heat better than stainless steel for that proper sear
  • Dont skip the salt, beef needs it and the cheese doesnt season enough on its own
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