Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak casserole brings classic sandwich flavors into a comforting baked dish. Melted cheese, tender beef, and caramelized peppers create a delicious meal that satisfies your craving for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef or thinly sliced steak
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Additional:
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions, sliced bell peppers, and minced garlic until vegetables become translucent and slightly caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add ground beef or thinly sliced steak to the skillet, breaking meat into smaller pieces. Cook until completely browned and no pink remains, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season the meat mixture with Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, stirring to distribute flavors evenly.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk eggs and heavy cream together until smooth and well-combined.
- Transfer the seasoned meat and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
- Slowly pour the egg and cream mixture over the meat, ensuring complete coverage across the entire dish.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, creating a complete cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese turns golden brown and the casserole sets firmly.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to help the casserole stabilize and make cutting easier.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with sliced ribeye or sirloin for an authentic Philly cheesesteak texture and traditional flavor profile.
- Replace bell peppers with zucchini or cauliflower to reduce carbohydrate content while maintaining similar vegetable volume.
- Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and substitute dairy cheese with dairy-free alternatives like cashew or almond-based cheese shreds.
- Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for extra heat, creating a more complex and zesty flavor experience without overwhelming the classic cheesesteak essence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg