Description
A delicious fusion of Philly cheesesteak flavors and garlic bread, featuring tender shaved steak, sautéed peppers and onions, melted provolone and mozzarella cheeses on a buttery, garlicky French bread base. Perfect for a hearty appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Veggies and Meat
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 16 oz. shaved steak (or thinly sliced ribeye steak)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Bread and Cheese
- 1 loaf French bread
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasonings
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced red and green bell peppers and the yellow onion. Sauté until softened and slightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add 2 tsp minced garlic during the last minute and stir well.
- Cook the Steak: Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the remaining olive oil. Add the shaved steak to the pan and season with kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring frequently, until the steak is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Mix steak and vegetables together in the pan, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter with 1 tsp minced garlic. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Prepare the Bread: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise. Place the halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the bread halves. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasonings over the buttered bread.
- Add the Filling: Evenly spread the cooked steak and vegetable mixture over both bread halves. Layer the provolone cheese slices on top, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over it all.
- Bake the Bread: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped Italian parsley over the baked garlic bread. Slice into 8 servings and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ribeye steak for shaved steak if unavailable.
- For a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sautéed vegetables.
- Use day-old French bread for better texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Make ahead: prepare the steak and vegetables mixture in advance to save cooking time.
- Feel free to add mushrooms or hot cherry peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 416 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 885 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 74 mg
