Ground Beef Cheesesteak
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8 sandwiches
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Calories
565 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Ground Beef Cheesesteak
Description
The Ground Beef Cheesesteak features ground beef seasoned and browned before being mixed with sautéed onions and bell peppers cooked in butter. The softened vegetables contribute a mild sweetness and texture complementing the meat. Cream cheese is then melted into the mixture, producing a creamy consistency that coats the filling. Finally, it is spooned onto toasted hamburger or hoagie buns and topped with melted provolone cheese slices that add a mild, melty finish.
The cooking process involves browning the beef well and allowing the vegetables to caramelize slightly to enhance their flavor. Toasting the buns beforehand adds a crisp texture that contrasts with the creamy beef mixture. This filling is flexible and can be adjusted by dicing vegetables or adding optional toppings such as mushrooms or pickled peppers.
These sandwiches serve well for casual meals or gatherings, offering a rich, creamy take on the traditional cheesesteak using accessible ingredients. They are best served immediately to enjoy the melted cheese and warm filling.
Optional notes suggest sautéing mushrooms or adding various hot or sweet peppers for extra flavor. Toasting the buns can be done either in a skillet or under a broiler to achieve a golden crust. Dicing vegetables instead of slicing is an alternative to create a different texture in the filling.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 or leaner
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 Hamburger Bun or hoagie buns
- 8 lices provolone cheese or American cheese or cheese whiz
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in 2 pounds ground beef and season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Cook, breaking the beef into small pieces, until it starts to brown, about 7–9 minutes.
- Push the cooked ground beef to the edges of the pan. Add 4 tablespoons salted butter to the center of the skillet, followed by the sliced onion and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion and pepper are softened and slightly browned, about 5–6 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cube 8 ounces cream cheese and add to the skillet. Fold the cream cheese into the beef mixture until fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy sauce.
- Turn off the heat. Spoon the beef mixture onto the buns, about 1/2 cup per sandwich, and top each with a slice of Provolone cheese. Serve immediately.
- For best results, toast the buns before assembling.
Notes
- Additional toppings like sautéed mushrooms or pickled jalapeño slices can vary the sandwich's flavor.
- Toast buns by placing them cut-side down in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes or under a broiler to add crunch and prevent sogginess.
- If preferred, dice onions and bell peppers instead of slicing for a different texture; cook until softened.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 565 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 565kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 963mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 519mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 414IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 333mg | 33% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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