Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Imagine the rich, cheesy goodness of a Philly cheesesteak combined with the saucy, meaty deliciousness of a Sloppy Joe. That’s exactly what you get with Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes! This dish takes two classic American favorites and mashes them together into one irresistible meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting Board and Knife
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Meat Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 small green bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water to thicken
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese or American cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For Serving:
- 4 hamburger buns or hoagie rolls
- Butter for toasting the buns optional
- Extra cheese slices optional
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Meat
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Season and Simmer
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, ketchup, and Dijon mustard.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water, then add it to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Step 3: Make the Cheese Sauce
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly, and cook until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in the shredded cheese and salt, whisking until smooth and melted. Remove from heat.
Step 4: Assemble the Sloppy Joes
- Toast the hamburger buns or hoagie rolls in a dry pan or oven (optional but recommended).
- Spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns.
- Drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the top.
- Place the top buns on and serve immediately!
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~500-600 kcal
- Protein: ~30g
- Carbohydrates: ~40-50g
- Fat: ~25-30g
- Saturated Fat: ~12g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~900-1000mg
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.