Easy Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
37 mins
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Total Time
52 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
747 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Description
The preparation involves slicing rib eye beef thinly and roughly chopping it, then seasoning with salt and pepper. Onions, green peppers, and mushrooms are sautéed in olive oil until softened and seasoned. The hoagie rolls are toasted to a golden brown to provide a sturdy base with a slight crunch.
After cooking the steak in the pan, the vegetable mixture is optionally added back with the beef for a combined filling sautéed briefly. Cheese slices are layered on top and melted by residual heat. The sandwich is assembled by spreading mayonnaise on toasted rolls and filling with the beef, vegetables, and melted cheese.
This sandwich works well as a hearty lunch or dinner, offering a combination of tender meat, savory vegetables, and creamy melted cheese. The toasting of the hoagie rolls helps prevent sogginess and adds texture contrast.
For storage, sandwiches can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for several days, with reheating advice to warm bread and cheese separately from the filling to preserve texture. Pre-slicing ingredients ahead helps streamline cooking, and assembling sandwiches ahead is possible with proper wrapping to avoid drying.
Ingredients
- 4 hoagie roll sliced but not all the way through, or sub roll
- 1 green pepper , sliced
- 1 white onion cut in half, and sliced, large
- 1 cup mushrooms , sliced
- 1.25-1.5 lbs rib eye steak sliced thinly across the grain then chopped roughly again so they are small pieces, beef; plural
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
- 4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 8 lices cheese (Provolone or Muenster)
- mayonnaise to taste
Instructions
- Slice the hoagie rolls/sub rolls and set them aside.
- Preheat the oven to 400 F. Heat a large non-stick skillet, and lightly drizzles canola oil on medium-high heat.
- Add mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers. Season with salt and pepper
- (to taste) cook for 5-8 minutes or until cooked. *Remove and place on a medium bowl. In a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place the sliced hoagie rolls/sub rolls and toast for 11 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Wipe the skillet with a paper towel, lightly drizzle canola oil, and add the steak,
- Season with salt & pepper (to taste). Reduce to medium heat and cook for 2-4 minutes. Add in the veggie mixture, if desired, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Add slices of cheese on top and allow the cheese to melt. Place the toast hoagies on a plate or wrap with tin foil, Spread mayo on both sides. (If desired)
- Transfer the cooked meat /veggies and melted cheese to the hoagie rolls. Repeat the process with the remaining steaks. Serve the Philly cheesesteak with fresh French Fries and a nice cold beer!😋🍻
Notes
- Wrap sandwiches tightly in plastic or aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days to keep fresh.
- Store beef and vegetables separately from bread and cheese to prevent sogginess.
- Reheat bread and cheese on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until melted and toasted.
- If reheating ingredients separately, warm beef and vegetables in a skillet over medium heat before assembling.
- Pre-slice beef and vegetables up to 1-2 days in advance in airtight containers to save prep time.
- Assemble sandwiches ahead up to 1-2 days, wrapping tightly to prevent bread drying.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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