Classic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich (Printable Version)

Tender ribeye steak with sautéed onions and melted cheese piled high in a toasted hoagie roll

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced against grain

→ Vegetables

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

→ Cheese

04 - 8 slices provolone cheese

→ Bread

05 - 4 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise

→ Cooking Essentials

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Partially freeze the ribeye steak for 30-45 minutes to facilitate thin slicing. Slice the beef as thinly as possible against the grain using a sharp knife.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened and lightly browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. Transfer vegetables to a plate and set aside.
03 - Add remaining oil to the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Arrange sliced beef in a single layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until just browned, stirring frequently, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet and toss with the beef. Divide the mixture into four equal portions. Place 2 provolone slices over each portion and allow cheese to melt, approximately 1 minute.
05 - Lightly toast the split hoagie rolls if desired. Using a spatula, transfer each cheesy beef portion into the prepared rolls.
06 - Serve the cheesesteaks immediately while hot and cheese is melted.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its faster than ordering delivery and tastes infinitely better
  • The ribeye gets so tender it practically melts in your mouth
  • Everyone gets to customize their own cheese preference without judgment
02 -
  • A slightly frozen steak is your best friend for achieving those ultra thin slices without buying a meat slicer
  • Dont overcrowd the pan when cooking the beef or you'll end up steaming it instead of getting that nice sear
  • The bread matters more than you think, skip the super soft bakery rolls and go for something with structure
03 -
  • Cook your onions longer than you think you need to, that deep caramelization is what makes a cheesesteak sing
  • Keep everything moving in the pan once the beef goes in, it cooks fast and you want it browned not tough
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