Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Cheesy Bread is a delicious, gooey, and flavorful twist on the classic sandwich, packed with seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and melted provolone cheese on a crispy French bread loaf. Perfect for sharing as a hearty appetizer or meal, this recipe combines savory Worcestershire-seasoned beef with peppers, onions, and mushrooms, all topped with a cheesy crown and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Spread
- 1 loaf French bread, cut in half lengthwise
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 4 ounces button mushrooms, diced
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup low sodium beef broth
Cheese and Garnish
- 1 & 1/2 cups shredded Provolone or Monterey Jack cheese
- Red pepper flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and spread mayonnaise evenly on the cut sides. Set aside to prepare the filling.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet onion, green bell pepper, and button mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add lean ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Break apart the meat and cook until browned and fully cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes.
- Season and Thicken: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, coarse salt, and black pepper. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with the low sodium beef broth to create a slurry, then pour it into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Assemble the Bread: Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the mayonnaise-coated halves of the French bread. Generously sprinkle shredded Provolone or Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the beef mixture.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the assembled bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is toasted.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the cheesy bread from the oven, sprinkle with red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level, slice into servings, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños to the vegetable mix.
- You can substitute Provolone or Monterey Jack cheese with mozzarella for a milder flavor.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and grease.
- Leftover cheesy bread can be reheated in an oven or toaster oven to maintain its crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
