No need to travel to Philadelphia to get an Authentic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich! This deliciously tender beef sandwich is easy to make and tastes better than one you’d find in a restaurant! With only a few simple ingredients, you’ll definitely feel like you’re in The City of Brotherly Love!
One of the best Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches I”ve had was at The Foggy Rock in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Man oh man, their steak sandwich is rockin-good! After I got home, I had to make my own and I must say, it turned out delicious!
Who Invented the Philly Cheesesteak?
The cheesesteak sandwich accidentally popped up in the 1930’s when a hot dog vendor in South Philadelphia decided to grill some beef and slap it on a small loaf of Italian bread. A cab driver passing by caught a whiff of the delicious aroma and…the rest is history. Nobody in Philadelphia calls it a “Philly Cheesesteak,” they just call it a Cheesesteak sandwich.
How Do I Make a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich?
The ingredients in this homemade Philly cheesesteak sandwich are simple: tender strips of beef, cooked onion, bell pepper and provolone cheese.
- Thinly slice bell peppers, beef and onions
- Place sliced vegetables and meat in a skillet with 2 tablespoons of oil; cook on medium high or until beef is no longer pink
- Add broth and Worcestershire sauce to skillet; combine well
- Cover and cook for 50 minutes, or until meat is tender
- Warm hoagie buns (wrapped in foil)
- Place beef and onions on bun, top with cheese and
- Place buns under broiler until cheese is melted
- Plate and serve
What Is the Best Type of Beef for a Cheesesteak Sandwich?
Most sandwiches are made with either strips of:
- rib-eye
- sirloin
- skirt steak
What Type of Bread Should I Use?
According to my Philly friends, the choice of bread is critical to a delicious Philly Cheesesteak sandwich. The bread must be fresh, white, and warm. Crusty or toasted breads simply don’t suffice, as authentic Philly sandwiches use soft bread-not toasted.
A hoagie bun is the traditional choice of bread, but you can use any thick, white bread. Submarine, or “hero” rolls also work great for a delicious homemade Philly cheesesteak sandwich.
What Kind of Cheese Goes on an Authentic Steak Sandwich?
Traditional cheesesteak sandwiches use a processed yellow cheese, like CheezWhiz® or American cheese; however, if you prefer a more natural cheese, provolone works equally well and complements the flavors of the beef, peppers and onions.
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Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
Ingredients
- 1⅓ lbs sirloin cut into strips
- 1/2 pkg. Beefy Onion Soup Mix dry mix
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large yellow onion cut into thin strips
- 1 medium green bell pepper cut into thin strips
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 2 Hoagie sandwich buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat oil on medium heat; slice bell peppers, beef and onions
- Add beef strips, sliced onion and bell pepper; cook until meat is lightly browned (no visible pink)
- Once sirloin is browned, add beefy onion soup dry mix and Worcestershire sauce; combine well
- Add enough broth or water to cover meat; (about 2 cups); reduce heat to medium-low
- Cover and cook on medium-low for 40 minutes
- Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the beef, peppers and onions and set aside
Sandwich Assembly and Cheese
- Preheat oven to 350ºF
- Place hoagie buns in foil and bake for 10 minutes--until soft and warm
- Remove buns from oven
- Turn oven to broil
- Slice hoagie buns lengthwise leaving one side uncut; place meat, then onions, then bell peppers. Place cheese on top.
- Place sandwiches under broiler just until cheese melts.
- Remove from oven and enjoy!
Notes
- The sirloin for a Philly cheesesteak can also be made in a crock pot; just season the meat, add dry onion mix, Worcestershire sauce and cover with water. Cook on low for about 3 hours.
How Do I Make a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich?
The ingredients in this homemade Philly cheesesteak sandwich are simple: tender strips of beef, cooked onion, bell pepper and provolone cheese.- Saute onions and peppers; set aside
- Cook beef until it's brown
- Add broth and cooked vegetables to beef and cook until meat is tender
- Warm hoagie buns (wrapped in foil)
- Place beef and onions on bun, top with cheese and
- Place under broiler until cheese is melted
What Is the Best Type of Beef for a Cheesesteak Sandwich?
Most sandwiches are made with either strips of:- rib-eye
- sirloin
- skirt steak
What Type of Bread Should I Use?
A hoagie bun is the traditional choice of bread, but you can use any thick, white bread. Bouille, Submarine, or "hero" rolls also work great for a delicious homemade Philly cheesesteak sandwich.What Kind of Cheese Goes on an Authentic Steak Sandwich?
Traditional cheesesteak sandwiches use a processed yellow cheese, like CheezWhiz®, however, provolone cheese works equally well and complements the flavors of the beef, peppers and onions.
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