Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak garlic bread brings classic Philadelphia street flavor straight to kitchen comfort. Rich beef, melted cheese, and crispy garlic-buttered bread create a mouthwatering sandwich you cannot resist devouring in one delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pounds (1 lb) ribeye steak, thinly sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced
Bread and Cheese:
- 1 large French bread loaf, halved lengthwise
- 6–8 slices provolone cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a blazing 400F (200C), preparing for a flavor-packed transformation.
- Craft a luscious garlic butter by thoroughly blending softened butter with finely minced garlic, then lovingly spread across the entire surface of the French bread.
- Position the bread on a baking sheet, allowing it to crisp and golden in the oven for approximately 5-7 minutes until edges turn delicately toasted.
- Meanwhile, awaken a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat, introducing sliced onions and peppers to dance and soften.
- Incorporate thinly sliced steak into the sizzling vegetable medley, seasoning generously with salt and pepper, and cook until the meat reaches a perfect tender state.
- Extract the toasted bread from the oven, creating a generous landscape of steak and vegetable mixture across each bread half.
- Blanket the savory layers with provolone cheese slices, ensuring complete coverage.
- Return to the oven for a final 5-7 minute melt, watching the cheese transform into a bubbly, golden canvas.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish, then slice and serve while radiating warmth.
Notes
- Ensure the bread is fresh and crusty for maximum texture and flavor absorption.
- Choose a high-quality, thinly sliced steak like ribeye or sirloin for tender, juicy results.
- Pat the steak dry before cooking to achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Slice the onions and peppers uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use fresh garlic for a more intense, aromatic flavor compared to pre-minced alternatives.
- For a lighter version, swap regular butter with olive oil or use low-fat cheese options.
- Vegetarian alternative: Replace steak with portobello mushrooms or plant-based meat substitutes.
- Keep an eye on the bread to prevent burning, as oven temperatures can vary slightly.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after baking to allow cheese to set and flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg