Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Thinly slice the onion and both the green and red bell peppers. For the best results, aim for uniform slices so they cook evenly. Mince the garlic cloves.1 large onion, 1 green bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 2 cloves garlic
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon or spatula. Cook until the beef is browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.1 pound lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the skillet with the browned ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften and the onions become translucent, about 8-10 minutes.1 large onion, 1 green bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using). Cook for another minute until the garlic is fragrant.2 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- While the vegetables are cooking, you can lightly toast the inside of the hoagie rolls in a toaster, under the broiler, or in a dry skillet. This adds a pleasant crispness and prevents the rolls from getting soggy.4-6 hoagie rolls or sub rolls
- Divide the ground beef and vegetable mixture evenly among the split hoagie rolls. Spoon it generously into each roll.4-6 hoagie rolls or sub rolls
- Place 1-2 slices of provolone cheese (or your chosen cheese) on top of the meat and vegetable filling in each roll.4-6 slices provolone cheese
- Broiler Method: Place the assembled cheesesteaks on a baking sheet and broil for 1-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Covered Skillet Method: If you don't want to use the broiler, you can cover the skillet with a lid and let the residual heat melt the cheese for a few minutes. You can also add a tablespoon of water to the skillet before covering to create steam, which helps melt the cheese.
- Once the cheese is perfectly melted, add any of your favorite optional toppings like mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, or pickled jalapeños.mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, pickled jalapeños
- Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteaks are best enjoyed hot, right off the skillet!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze the filling separately for up to 2-3 months.
