Description
This Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak is a flavorful twist on the classic sandwich, combining savory sautéed ground beef with onions, garlic, and green peppers, all seasoned perfectly and melted with provolone cheese inside a crispy toasted French bread loaf. Baked to meld the flavors and create a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or game days.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 24 ounces lean ground beef
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 green pepper, sliced
Seasoning and Broth
- 1 tablespoon steak seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Other
- 1 large French bread loaf or bread of choice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 8-12 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a pan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain excess fat from the pan to keep the mixture lean.
- Sauté vegetables and season: Add sliced onion, grated garlic, green pepper, steak seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pan with the beef. Sauté until vegetables are tender and fragrant.
- Prepare sauce: Mix cornstarch and beef broth in a measuring cup until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pan with the beef and vegetables and let it simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Prepare the bread base: Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise. Slather the bottom half with mayonnaise, then layer four slices of provolone cheese evenly on top.
- Add beef mixture: Spoon the warm beef and vegetable mixture over the provolone on the bread, spreading evenly. Then layer four more slices of provolone cheese on top of the beef mixture.
- Assemble the sandwich: Place the top half of the bread, also spread with mayonnaise, over the filling to form a sandwich.
- Bake: Wrap the entire sandwich tightly in aluminum foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes to melt the cheese and warm through thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, carefully unwrap the foil, slice the sandwich into portions, and serve immediately while hot and melty.
Notes
- Use low sodium beef broth to better control the saltiness of the sandwich.
- Feel free to substitute provolone with mozzarella or American cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Mayonnaise on the bread adds moisture and richness, but you can substitute with mustard or leave it out if preferred.
- For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Leftovers can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
