Philly Cheesesteak

Thinly sliced beef, gooey cheese, soft roll

Prep: Cook: Serves: 4

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs ribeye steak
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced thin
  • 8 slices American cheese (or Cheez Whiz)
  • 4 hoagie rolls
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Freeze ribeye until firm. Slice as thin as possible against grain.
  2. Cook onions in 1 tbsp oil until caramelized, . Season, transfer out.
  3. Increase heat to high. Add remaining oil.
  4. Spread steak thin, season. Sear 30 seconds, chop and stir. Cook until just done.
  5. Pile into 4 portions. Top with cheese. Cover to melt.
  6. Scoop into rolls with onions.

Notes

  • Freezing makes thin slicing possible.
  • American cheese melts perfectly.
  • Don't overcook - should be tender.

Serious Eats (Kenji López-Alt tested)