Can I use Cheese Whiz instead of provolone?

Yes—Cheese Whiz is traditional in Philadelphia Philly cheesesteaks. Use 2-3 tablespoons per sandwich, drizzled over hot steak.

What cut of beef should I use?

Thinly shaved beef steak (ribeye or sirloin work well). Ask your butcher for shaved steak, or partially freeze beef and slice thin at home.

How do I caramelize the onions properly?

Cook sliced onions in 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until deep golden and soft. Don't rush this step.

Can I make these ahead?

Cook the steak and onions ahead and store separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on a skillet before assembling fresh rolls.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

The sandwich itself is gluten-free if you use gluten-free rolls and Lea & Perrin's Worcestershire sauce (noted in ingredients). Check cheese and hot sauce labels.

Best Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich Recipe

Name: Best Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 1 large yellow onion (cut into thin slices); 1-2 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons olive oil (or avocado oil); 1 - 2 pounds shaved beef steak (depending on how beef you want them see notes for other options); 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce (Lea & Perrin's is gluten-free); 1 tsp Seasoning Salt (such as Lawry's to taste); 1-2 tablespoons Hot Sauce (optional); 6-8 slices provolone (try White cheddar, American, pepper Jack cheese, or go all Philly and use Cheese Whiz; wiz wit); 6 rolls French rolls (Use Hoagie rolls, Italian or French rolls); 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium bell peppers (optional, any color); 1 package mushrooms (optional, sliced)

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1 large yellow onion (cut into thin slices)
1-2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 - 2 pounds shaved beef steak (depending on how beef you want them see notes for other options)
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce (Lea & Perrin's is gluten-free)
1 tsp Seasoning Salt (such as Lawry's to taste)
1-2 tablespoons Hot Sauce (optional)optional
6-8 slices provolone (try White cheddar, American, pepper Jack cheese, or go all Philly and use Cheese Whiz; wiz wit)
6 rolls French rolls (Use Hoagie rolls, Italian or French rolls)
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium bell peppers (optional, any color)optional
1 package mushrooms (optional, sliced)optional

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Instructions

1
Heat large pan to medium heat, melt butter and toss in sliced onions, stirring around until soft and caramel colored, about 6-10 minutes. Remove from pan, set aside.
2
If steak is not already sliced, slice as thinly as possible (see notes) and season with seasoning salt, not too much, just a light all over sprinkle.
3
Using the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high, add butter and oil, then add steak in as much of one layer as possible, if too crowded, do in a couple of batches. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip and cook the other side, for 1-2 minutes, won't take long, remove from heat.
4
Once beef is browned (I slightly undercook, as it will keep cooking), pour in Worcestershire sauce and if desired, a few shakes of hot sauce we like Cholula. Stir around for a minute, then return onions to pan and stir into beef, including all of those delicious juices.
5
Place desired cheese slices on top of the beef, cover for a minute until super melty, gooey, and irresistible, adding extra cheese if you like it really cheesy!
6
Meanwhile, heat a griddle or another large skillet to medium-high heat, spread a thin layer of butter on the cut side of the sub rolls, place butter side down on griddle and toast until brown and delish.
7
Serve cheesesteak on top of rolls and enjoy immediately.

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Can I use Cheese Whiz instead of provolone?

What cut of beef should I use?

How do I caramelize the onions properly?

Can I make these ahead?

Is this recipe gluten-free?

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