Description

This Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes recipe offers a savory twist on the classic sloppy joe by incorporating the delicious flavors of a Philly cheesesteak. Ground beef is cooked with sautéed onions, green peppers, mushrooms, and a blend of seasonings, then thickened with a cornstarch-beef broth mixture. Served hot on hamburger buns and topped with melted sharp white cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, these sloppy joes are perfect for an easy, comforting meal full of hearty flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

1 small sweet onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
4 ounces mushrooms, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Meat and Dairy

1 pound lean ground beef
1 & 1/2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Liquids & Oils

1/2 cup low sodium beef broth
2 teaspoons olive oil

Seasonings & Condiments

1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons taco seasoning (see note below)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Other

6 hamburger buns

Instructions

Preheat the broiler. Set your oven’s broiler on high to prepare for melting the cheese at the end.
Mix cornstarch and broth. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and low sodium beef broth until smooth. Set this mixture aside; it will be used to thicken the sloppy joe filling.
Sauté vegetables. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and chopped mushrooms. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Brown the ground beef. Add the lean ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook for another 3 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula until it is fully browned and no pink remains. Drain off any excess fat from the skillet.
Add garlic and seasonings. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Then add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything evenly.
Thicken the mixture. Give the cornstarch and broth mixture a quick stir, then pour it into the skillet. Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and becomes a sloppy joe consistency.
Assemble and melt cheese. Spoon generous portions of the meat mixture onto the hamburger buns. Top each serving with about 1/4 cup of shredded sharp white cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese. Place the buns under the preheated broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese melts and bubbles. Alternatively, you can stir the cheese directly into the meat mixture off the heat until melted.
Serve and enjoy. Serve the Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes warm, accompanied by your favorite chips or side dish. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful quick meal!

Notes

The taco seasoning adds a subtle spice to this dish, but you can adjust or omit it based on your preference.
Use low sodium beef broth to control the salt level and keep the flavors balanced.
For a quicker version, melt the cheese by stirring it directly into the hot meat mixture instead of broiling.
Feel free to use your choice of cheese, such as provolone, to mimic an authentic Philly cheesesteak flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

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