🧀 Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
📝 Introduction
Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a rich, cheesy, and comforting twist on the legendary Philadelphia sandwich. It combines juicy beef, sweet sautéed onions, colorful bell peppers, and gooey melted cheese into one easy baked dish. This casserole delivers all the bold flavors of the classic cheesesteak—but in a warm, family-style meal perfect for dinner, potlucks, or cozy evenings.
It’s especially loved because it’s simple to prepare, budget-friendly, and incredibly satisfying. Every bite is creamy, savory, and packed with authentic cheesesteak flavor.
🕰️ History of Philly Cheesesteak
The original Philly Cheesesteak was created in the 1930s in Philadelphia, USA, by Pat and Harry Olivieri. They grilled thinly sliced beef and served it in bread. Later, cheese was added, and the sandwich became famous worldwide.
This casserole version was developed much later as a modern comfort-food adaptation, making it easier to serve the same flavors to families without needing sandwich rolls.
🧾 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
• 700 g (1½ lb) ground beef or thin sliced steak
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Creamy Base:
• 200 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup beef broth
Cheese Topping:
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup provolone cheese (traditional choice)
🍳 Formation and Preparation Method
Formation means preparing each layer properly before baking.
Step 1: Prepare ingredients
Slice vegetables, soften cream cheese, and preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2: Cook beef
Heat olive oil in a pan. Cook beef until browned. Remove excess fat.
Step 3: Cook vegetables
In the same pan, sauté onion and peppers for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Step 4: Mix creamy base
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and beef broth until smooth.
👨🍳 Cooking Instructions
- Add cooked beef to vegetables and mix well.
- Add cream mixture and stir until creamy.
- Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and provolone cheese on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese melts and becomes golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🔥 Cooking Methods Explained
Method 1: Classic Oven Method (Best)
Baking allows flavors to combine and cheese to melt perfectly.
Method 2: Skillet Method
Cook everything in one skillet and melt cheese on top.
Method 3: Low-Carb Method
Serve without bread, perfect for keto diet.
❤️ Why People Love This Recipe
Lovers of this dish enjoy it because:
• It is creamy and cheesy
• Easy to prepare
• Family-friendly
• Budget friendly
• Perfect comfort food
• Great for meal prep
Kids and adults both love it.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
• Garlic bread
• Rice
• Salad
• Fries
• Or inside sandwich bread
🧪 Tips for Best Results
• Use provolone cheese for authentic taste
• Don’t overcook beef
• Add mushrooms if you like
• Use fresh vegetables
🧾 Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Calories: 420 per serving
Protein: 28 g
Fat: 30 g
Carbs: 8 g
🏁 Conclusion
Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is the perfect mix of tradition and comfort. It brings the famous sandwich flavor into an easy, cheesy, baked meal. It’s simple enough for beginners and delicious enough for special occasions.
Once you try it, it will become one of your favorite dinner recipes.
If you want, I can also give you:
• Slow Cooker version
• Potato Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
• Keto version
• Or Restaurant secret version ⭐