Description
Hearty Philly Cheesesteak Casserole brings classic sandwich flavors into a comforting baked dish that combines tender beef, melted cheese, and sautéed peppers. Satisfying and simple, this casserole delivers rich flavor you’ll crave for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C), preparing a baking dish for the hearty casserole.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, carefully draining any excess fat to ensure a lean base.
- Introduce diced bell peppers and onions to the skillet, sautéing until the vegetables become tender and slightly translucent.
- Enhance the meat mixture with Worcestershire sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper to build complex flavor profiles.
- Fold in softened cream cheese and beef broth, stirring continuously to create a smooth, creamy consistency that binds the ingredients.
- Carefully transfer the beef and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Generously layer shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese over the top, creating a rich and gooey cheese coverage.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, baking for 15-20 minutes until the cheese becomes golden, bubbly, and completely melted.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the surface for a bright, fresh garnish before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat cheese to create a lighter, healthier casserole.
- Prep vegetables in advance to speed up cooking time and reduce kitchen stress.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for those who enjoy a spicy kick to their comfort food.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 545
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg