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Classic Ground Beef Philly Cheese Steak Recipe

Classic Ground Beef Philly Cheese Steak Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Whipping up Ground Beef Philly Cheese Steak brings pure comfort right to your kitchen table. Melted cheese, savory beef, and caramelized onions create a quick sandwich that makes dinner feel like a delicious celebration.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 hoagie rolls or sub buns
  • 1 cup Cheese Whiz or provolone cheese, shredded

Vegetable Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced

Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sauteing

Instructions

  1. Chop 1 large sweet onion, 1 cup green bell pepper, and 1 cup mushrooms into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Warm a large skillet over medium heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil across the surface to prevent sticking.
  3. Sauté the chopped onions and peppers for 4-5 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
  4. Add 1 pound lean ground beef to the skillet, using a spatula to break the meat into small, even crumbles.
  5. Cook the ground beef for 6-7 minutes at medium heat, stirring occasionally to ensure thorough browning.
  6. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper across the meat mixture.
  7. Stir the seasonings thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly throughout the beef.
  8. Incorporate the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture.
  9. Reduce heat to low and scatter 1 cup shredded provolone or Cheese Whiz over the hot meat mixture.
  10. Allow cheese to melt completely for 1-2 minutes, gently stirring to create a creamy consistency.
  11. Split 4 hoagie rolls lengthwise and generously fill each with the cheesy beef mixture.
  12. Serve the sandwiches immediately while the filling remains hot and cheese stays melted.

Notes

  • Always chop vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces for even cooking and consistent texture in each bite.
  • Use high-fat ground beef like 80/20 for maximum flavor and juiciness, which prevents the meat from becoming dry.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce gradually and taste as you go, since its intensity can overpower the other flavors if used too liberally.
  • For a lighter version, swap ground beef for lean ground turkey and use reduced-fat cheese to decrease overall calories while maintaining great taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sautéed
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 460 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg