Description
This Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes recipe combines the hearty, savory flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak with the comfort of sloppy joes. Featuring lean ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and melted Provolone cheese, all served on soft toasted brioche buns, this quick and delicious dish is perfect for an easy weeknight meal serving 6 people in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 ounces Provolone cheese slices, chopped
- 6 brioche hamburger buns
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces brown mushrooms, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 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
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the lean ground beef. Cook it until a deep crust forms on the bottom, then remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the butter and sauté the diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and minced brown mushrooms until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the browned ground beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and the beef broth combined with cornstarch to help thicken the sauce.
- Thicken and Melt Cheese: Continue cooking the mixture until the sauce thickens up nicely, stirring occasionally. Then fold in the chopped Provolone cheese slices until they melt evenly throughout the sloppy joe mixture.
- Serve: Toast the brioche hamburger buns lightly and spoon the cheesy sloppy joe mixture onto the buns. Serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute Provolone cheese with mozzarella or American cheese if preferred.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes while cooking.
- Toasting the buns adds a nice texture contrast and prevents sogginess.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease for a healthier option.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
