Description
This Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes recipe is a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe, combining all the savory goodness of a Philly cheesesteak with the easy-to-eat format of a sandwich. Made with lean ground beef, sautéed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and melted provolone cheese, these sloppy joes are packed with flavor and perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces brown mushrooms, minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- 8 ounces Provolone cheese slices, chopped (use 6 ounces if you want it less cheesy)
- 6 brioche hamburger buns
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the yellow onion and green bell pepper, and mince the brown mushrooms finely. Set these aside for when you cook.
- Sauté vegetables in butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Brown the ground beef: Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Stir together with the sautéed vegetables.
- Add seasonings and sauce: Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and let cook together for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Thicken the mixture: In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with the beef broth until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir well. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens to a sloppy joe consistency.
- Add cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped provolone cheese until melted and evenly distributed, creating a creamy cheesy texture.
- Prepare the buns and serve: Toast the brioche hamburger buns lightly if desired. Spoon generous portions of the Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joe mixture onto the buns. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a less cheesy version, reduce provolone to 6 ounces.
- Brioche buns add a nice buttery flavor but any soft sandwich bun will work.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use gluten-free buns to make this recipe gluten free.
- To add more Philly cheesesteak authenticity, consider adding sautéed thinly sliced steak strips along with the ground beef.
Keywords: Philly cheese steak, sloppy joes, ground beef sandwich, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner, provolone cheese