Description

This Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak recipe offers a delicious and hearty twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak, using lean ground beef, sautéed onions, green peppers, and melted provolone cheese layered in crusty French bread. The sandwich is baked to perfection, ensuring the flavors meld together beautifully, making it a perfect meal for satisfying appetites any day of the week.

Ingredients

Beef Mixture

24 ounces lean ground beef
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, grated
1 green pepper, sliced
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup low sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Sandwich Assembly

1 large French bread loaf (or choice of bread)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
8-12 slices provolone cheese

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Instructions

Brown the Beef: In a pan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain the excess fat to keep the sandwich lean.
Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced onion, grated garlic, sliced green pepper, steak seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pan with the beef. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Prepare Sauce: In a measuring cup, mix the cornstarch with the low sodium beef broth until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pan and allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken and blend with the beef and veggies.
Prepare Bread: Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise. Slather mayonnaise on the bottom half, then layer four slices of provolone cheese evenly over the mayo.
Assemble Sandwich: Spoon the hot beef and vegetable mixture over the cheese layer, then top with four more slices of provolone cheese for a cheesy melt.
Complete Sandwich: Spread mayonnaise on the top half of the bread and place it on top to form the sandwich.
Bake the Sandwich: Wrap the assembled sandwich tightly in aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until the cheese has melted and the sandwich is heated through.
Serve: Remove from oven, slice into servings, and serve immediately for a hot, melty, and flavorful cheesesteak experience.

Notes

Using lean ground beef reduces fat content without sacrificing flavor.
Ensure the sandwich is wrapped tightly in foil to keep moisture in during baking.
Feel free to customize with additional veggies like mushrooms or add hot sauce for an extra kick.
Low sodium beef broth helps control the saltiness of the sandwich.
Let the sandwich rest for a couple of minutes after baking to prevent burns from hot cheese.