Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Garlic Bread recipe transforms the classic steak sandwich into a savory, cheesy garlic bread delight perfect for a main course or appetizer. It features tender ribeye steak, sautéed onions and bell peppers, melted provolone cheese, and a flavorful garlic butter spread on crusty French bread, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Garlic Bread:
- 1 large French bread loaf (halved lengthwise)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Filling:
- 1 small yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 8 oz ribeye steak (thinly sliced or shaved beef)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese or mozzarella cheese (or a mix)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F to ensure it’s ready for toasting and baking the garlic bread later.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced yellow onion and green bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 to 6 minutes, to develop their sweetness and tenderness.
- Cook the Steak: Add the thinly sliced ribeye steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the steak is browned but still tender. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove the mixture from the heat.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley to create a fragrant garlic butter spread.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides of the halved French bread loaf, making sure to cover the surface fully for maximum flavor.
- Toast the Bread: Place the bread halves butter side up on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for 5 minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- Assemble the Cheesesteak Bread: Remove the toasted bread from the oven, evenly top each half with the cooked steak, onion, and pepper mixture, then sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the top.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the assembled bread to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, creating an irresistible topping.
- Slice and Serve: Once done, remove from oven, slice into servings, and serve warm for the best cheesy, garlicky experience.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use a mix of provolone and white American cheese.
- You can swap ribeye with deli roast beef if desired.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for delicious dipping options.
