Description
Hearty Philly Cheese Steak Casserole brings classic sandwich flavors into a comforting baked dish packed with tender beef, melted cheese, and caramelized peppers. Hungry diners will savor this midwestern-inspired crowd-pleaser that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers (any color), diced
- 0.5 yellow onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and coat a 9×9-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Chop bell peppers, onions, and mince garlic for quick vegetable preparation.
- Heat a skillet over medium temperature and brown ground beef until fully crumbled.
- Drain excess fat from the beef to reduce greasiness.
- Add chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant.
- Season the beef and vegetable mixture with seasoned salt, adjusting flavors to preference.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Create a uniform layer of Provolone cheese slices over the beef mixture.
- Whisk eggs, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and optional hot sauce in a separate bowl until well combined.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the beef and cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Check for doneness: eggs should be set and cheese melted with golden edges.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Plate with a crisp side salad or warm crusty bread for a complete dining experience.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, healthier alternative that maintains the classic Philly cheesesteak flavor profile.
- Reduce carbohydrate content by replacing bread sides with cauliflower rice or mixed green salad for low-carb and keto-friendly adaptations.
- Try different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or Swiss to customize the casserole’s taste and create unique flavor combinations.
- Enhance protein content by adding sliced mushrooms or spinach during vegetable sautéing, boosting nutritional value without compromising the dish’s original essence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 260 mg