Classic Philly Cheesesteak With Optional Cheese Crust
A timeless Philly Cheesesteak with tender, juicy ribeye, caramelized onions, and melty cheese—plus an optional crispy cheese crust that adds a golden, lacy crunch to every bite!
Ingredients: Serves 2
- 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced (freeze for 30 minutes for easier slicing)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 slices provolone or white American cheese
- 2 hoagie rolls
Optional Crispy Cheese Crust:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or provolone
Instructions
1. Cook the Steak & Veggies:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and peppers, cooking until soft and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Push to one side.
- Add seasoned (with salt and pepper) sliced ribeye to the skillet, add Worcestershire sauce. Sear until browned, then mix with the veggies.
- Lay cheese slices over the steak mixture and let them melt.
2. Toast the Rolls:
- Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in a dry skillet or under the broiler until golden.
3. (Optional) Make the Crispy Cheese Crust:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded cheese in the shape of a hoagie roll.
- Place the cut side of the toasted roll directly onto the cheese. Let it crisp for 1-2 minutes until golden and lacy.
- Repeat with the second roll.
4. Assemble & Serve:
- Load up the toasted hoagies with the cheesy steak mixture.
- Serve immediately—classic or with that crispy cheese crust for an extra indulgent bite!
The Cheesesteak You Didn’t Know You Needed
A classic Philly Cheesesteak is already a thing of beauty, but this crispy cheese hack takes it to another level. The lacy, golden crunch of toasted cheese against the soft hoagie roll adds depth, texture, and that addictive crispy-chewy contrast—without changing what makes a cheesesteak great.
This is the kind of next-level upgrade that doesn’t require fancy ingredients or extra work—just one simple technique that turns an already amazing sandwich into an unforgettable one. The best part? You get to choose your adventure: go classic with a soft toasted hoagie, or crank up the flavor with that crispy, caramelized cheese layer.
Whichever way you go, one thing’s for sure—this Philly Cheesesteak is about to become your new obsession. Give it a try, and let me know in the comments: Team Classic or Team Crispy Cheese?
