Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich Calories

For a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, quickly cook very thinly sliced beef in a hot skillet, add sautéed onions, and melt cheese over the filling. Pile it into a warmed long roll while the meat is still juicy.

Ribeye is a popular choice for a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich because it cooks quickly and stays tender. Sirloin can also work; slice the beef very thinly across the grain so it is easy to bite through.

Provolone, American cheese, and cheese sauce are all common on a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. There is no single required cheese; choose one that melts smoothly into the hot beef.

It can, but peppers are optional on a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. Onions are a more familiar topping in classic Philadelphia-style versions, while green bell peppers are a popular addition in many other places.

A Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich is traditionally served in a long, soft roll that can hold the hot filling without falling apart. A sturdy hoagie-style roll is a practical substitute if you cannot find a Philadelphia-style roll.

The beef in a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich is often chopped or sliced very thin so it cooks quickly and mixes evenly with the onions and melted cheese. That also makes the filling easier to eat in a roll.

To keep a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich from getting soggy, drain excess liquid from the cooked filling and toast the inside of the roll lightly. Assemble it just before serving rather than letting the hot filling sit in the bread.

You can freeze the beef-and-onion filling for a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, but the assembled sandwich does not freeze as well because the roll can turn soggy after thawing. Freeze the filling airtight, then thaw and reheat it before adding fresh bread.

French fries, potato chips, pickles, or a simple salad pair well with a Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. For a less heavy meal, choose a crisp salad or pickled vegetables instead of another rich side.