How to Create Perfect Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Vegetable Sauté Sequence

Cooking vegetables before adding meat builds foundational flavors and ensures proper texture.

Meat Seasoning Balance

Combining umami-rich ingredients creates depth without overpowering the classic Philly flavor profile.

Optimal Cheese Melting

Low heat and covered cooking ensures cheese melts evenly throughout the meat mixture.

Bun Preparation Technique

Toasting creates a barrier that prevents the saucy filling from making the bun soggy too quickly.

Baking Tips

Use freshly shredded provolone for better melting, or substitute with white American cheese for an authentic Philly flavor.

For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the meat mixture.

Toast the inside of the buns with butter for extra flavor and to prevent them from getting soggy.

For an authentic touch, consider using hoagie rolls instead of hamburger buns.

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet with a splash of beef broth.

Try using ground turkey as a lighter alternative to beef without sacrificing flavor.

Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Name: Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American Fusion
Ingredients: 2 pounds lean ground beef; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 beef bouillon cube, crushed (or 1 teaspoon beef base); 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening); 2 tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry); 12 slices provolone cheese; 6 hamburger buns, toasted; Salt and pepper, to taste

These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes combine two beloved comfort foods into one irresistible sandwich. Ground beef is seasoned and cooked with classic Philly cheesesteak ingredients like onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, then topped with melted provolone cheese. Served on toasted hamburger buns, these sandwiches deliver all the beloved flavors of a traditional Philly cheesesteak in a convenient, family-friendly sloppy joe format. Quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this fusion dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your weeknight dinner table.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

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2 pounds lean ground beef

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 large onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 beef bouillon cube, crushed (or 1 teaspoon beef base)

1/2 cup beef broth

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

2 tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)

12 slices provolone cheese

6 hamburger buns, toasted

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.

Add the diced bell peppers and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender and mushrooms have released their moisture.

Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess grease if necessary, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.

Add the Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, crushed beef bouillon, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

If a thicker consistency is desired, mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Add to the skillet and stir until the mixture thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Reduce heat to low and place provolone cheese slices on top of the meat mixture. Cover the skillet and allow cheese to melt, about 2 minutes.

Toast the hamburger buns until golden brown.

Spoon the cheesy meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns, close with the top halves, and serve immediately.

Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

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