Philly Cheesesteak (Printable)

Tender ribeye steak, sautéed onions, and melted provolone served in a toasted hoagie roll for the ultimate handheld meal.

# What You Need:

→ Beef

01 - 1 pound ribeye steak, partially frozen and thinly sliced against the grain

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cheese

04 - 8 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese or Cheez Whiz)

→ Bread

05 - 4 hoagie rolls or long sandwich rolls, split lengthwise

→ Condiments & Cooking

06 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Freeze the ribeye steak for 30–45 minutes to firm it up. Slice as thinly as possible against the grain for maximum tenderness.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and bell peppers if using. Cook, stirring frequently, until soft and lightly browned, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add the remaining oil to the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Arrange the sliced beef in a single layer. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sear quickly, stirring occasionally, until just browned, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet and toss with the beef. Divide the mixture into four equal portions. Place 2 cheese slices over each portion and let melt completely, about 1 minute.
05 - Split the hoagie rolls lengthwise, keeping one side intact like a hinge. For extra texture, toast lightly under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.
06 - Using a large spatula, lift each cheesy beef portion and slide it into the prepared rolls. Serve immediately while hot and melty.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: From prep to plate in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight meal.
  • Authentic Flavor: Captures the classic taste of a Philly cheesesteak with simple, high-quality ingredients.
  • Incredibly Satisfying: Packed with beef and cheese, this sandwich is a complete and hearty meal.
  • Customizable: Easily adapt with your favorite cheese, or add peppers and mushrooms to make it your own.
02 -
  • Thin Slicing is Key: Partially freezing the steak is the secret to getting paper-thin slices. Always slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.
  • High Heat for Beef: Cook the beef quickly over medium-high heat to get a good sear without overcooking it. It should be just browned.
  • Melt on the Meat: For the best melt, place the cheese directly on top of the beef and onion mixture in the skillet before transferring it to the roll.
  • Toast the Roll: Lightly toasting the hoagie roll adds a pleasant texture and helps prevent it from getting soggy from the juicy filling.
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