Description
Hearty Garlic Philly Cheesesteak Bread combines classic Philadelphian sandwich flavors with comforting bread. Melted cheese, tender beef, and aromatic garlic create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French bread loaf (fresh)
- 1 lb (454 g) flank steak
- 8 oz (226 g) provolone cheese
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking sheet for the bread.
- Blend softened butter with finely chopped garlic and a pinch of salt until smooth and fragrant.
- Season the flank steak with preferred spices, then quickly sear in a hot skillet for approximately 3 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
- Allow the seared steak to rest for 5 minutes, which helps retain its juices.
- In the same skillet, caramelize sliced onions and bell peppers over medium heat until they become tender and slightly golden.
- Slice the French bread horizontally, creating two even halves.
- Generously spread the garlic-infused butter across both bread surfaces, ensuring complete coverage.
- Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain to maximize tenderness.
- Arrange the sliced steak evenly across the bread, followed by the sautéed vegetables.
- Top the layers with provolone cheese, covering the entire surface.
- Transfer the prepared bread to the preheated baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese becomes completely melted and the bread edges turn a crispy golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing, ensuring each bite is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
- Use room temperature butter to create a smoother, more evenly spreadable garlic mixture that coats the bread perfectly.
- Choose a crusty French bread with a sturdy exterior to prevent sogginess and maintain a crisp texture during baking.
- Swap flank steak with portobello mushrooms or thinly sliced chicken for a vegetarian or lighter protein alternative that keeps the recipe versatile.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg