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!
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.Nutrition
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