Philly Cheesesteaks: The Ultimate Comfort Food
A Philly Cheesesteak is a classic, comforting sandwich made with thinly sliced rib eye steak, gooey provolone cheese, caramelized onions, and soft toasted hoagie rolls. It’s flavorful, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to recreate at home.
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 pound 454g boneless rib eye steak, skirt steak, or pre-sliced rib eye
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon 15ml vegetable oil
For the Onions
- 1/2 medium yellow onion 4 ounces; 114g, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
For the Cheese
- 8 thin slices provolone cheese 6 ounces; 160g
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese optional
For the Rolls
- 2 Italian hoagie/sub rolls 7-8 inches long, split lengthwise but left attached
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Slice the steak very thin (partially freezing it for 15-20 minutes helps) and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Onions: Sauté the diced onions in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat until caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Steak: In the same skillet, cook the steak over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned but tender.
- Add the Cheese: Lower the heat, spread the steak in the skillet, and top with 4 torn slices of provolone cheese. Let it melt, then stir to combine.
- Toast the Rolls: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in the oven or skillet until the inside is crisp.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Fill the rolls with the steak and cheese mixture, top with caramelized onions, and place a slice of provolone over each sandwich.
- Broil (Optional): Place the sandwiches under a broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese and crisp the edges. Serve hot and enjoy!