PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SLOPPY JOES ARE HOT, MEATY, CHEESY COMFORT FOOD INSPIRED BY THE ULTIMATE CHEESESTEAK SANDWICH – BUT EASIER AND LESS EXPENSIVE!
These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes will quickly become a family favorite! They combine the best of two worlds: the flavorings and cheesy goodness of a Philly Cheesesteak with the ease, economy, and sauciness of Sloppy Joes. Does it get any better?! It is meaty, cheesy, flavor-packed, insanely delicious comfort food at its finest. This recipe makes a fabulous low-cost alternative to cheesesteaks and is perfect for easy weeknight dinners, get-togethers, or game days. This make-ahead-friendly recipe is made with juicy ground beef, sautéed bell peppers, and onions topped with melty cheese sandwiched in a toasted brioche bun. Serve your Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes will Loaded Potato Salad and Creamy Bacon Pea Pasta Salad for a dinner the whole family will LOVE!
Philly Cheesesteaks are a beloved favorite at our house! Their classic flavor has inspired Philly Cheesesteak Dip, Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls, Philly Cheesesteak Soup, Philly Cheesesteak Pizza (one of my first posts, terrible pics but SO GOOD), and now these Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes! What’s next?!
ABOUT THIS SLOPPY JOE RECIPE
These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are easy, messy, comforting, sandwiches you won’t be able to get enough of! Not only do they consist of juicy, melt-in-your-mouth filling on a buttery brioche bun, but they’re mixed with everything that makes cheesesteaks wonderful – melty cheese, onions, and peppers, all cooked to perfection in brown beef drippings.
These Sloppy Joes aren’t just to be enjoyed during this football season but your family will be begging for them all year round. And that’s great news for you because they are one of the easiest and most delicious meals you can make!
PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SLOPPY JOES
These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes will quickly become a family favorite! They combine the best of two worlds: the flavorings and cheesy goodness of a Philly Cheesesteak with the ease, economy and sauciness of Sloppy Joes. Does it get any better?! It is meaty, cheesy, flavor-packed, insanely delicious comfort food at its finest. This recipe makes a fabulous low-cost alternative to cheesesteaks and is perfect for easy weeknight dinners, get-togethers, or game days. This make-ahead-friendly recipe is made with juicy ground beef, sautéed bell peppers, and onions topped with melty cheese sandwiched in a toasted brioche bun. Serve your Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes will Load of Potato Salad, Broccoli Salad, or Creamy Bacon Pea Pasta Salad for a dinner the whole family will LOVE!
INGREDIENTS
FILLING
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, finely diced
1 green pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup reduced sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 ½ teaspoons beef bouillon
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried parsley
½ tsp EACH salt, pepper, dried basil, paprika
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, more or less to taste
3/4 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
BUNS
6 brioche hamburger buns
softened butter or mayo for brushing (optional)
6 slices provolone cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Split buns and lay them cut side up on a large baking tray (15×21). Lightly brush the cut sides with softened butter or mayonnaise (optional for crispier/more flavorful buns). Bake for 5 minutes to toast the buns. Meanwhile you can continue with the recipe:
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and bell peppers and cook until beef is browned and onions are softened, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, and sauté 30 seconds.
In a liquid measuring cup (or small bowl), whisk the beef broth, cornstarch and beef bouillon together until smooth. Add to the meat mixture followed by the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon and all seasonings.
Gently simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, but the mixture is still a little saucy, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese until melted. Taste and season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste (I like more salt). Keep in mind the flavors will be diluted with the cheese and buns.
Divide mixture between the bottom toasted buns and top each with a slice of provolone cheese. Bake (leaving both top and bottoms cut side up) at 400 degrees F for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted. Top the sandwiches and serve immediately.