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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Indulgent Philly Cheesesteak Casserole for a Cozy Night In

A comforting and flavorful twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak, this casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce as an alternative
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper or yellow/orange bell pepper
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 cup Onion preferably yellow or sweet onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; or use garlic powder
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or ricotta/cottage cheese for lower fat
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as healthier substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard optional
  • 2 large Eggs can use flax eggs for vegan
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2 cups Provolone or Mozzarella Cheese or sharp cheddar/Monterey Jack for variation
For Added Heartiness
  • 1 cup Pasta optional; small shapes like penne or elbow

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Sauté the green and red bell peppers, onion, and garlic in the same skillet for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  4. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and Dijon mustard in a bowl, blend until smooth, then mix in beaten eggs.
  5. Fold the beef and vegetable mixture into the creamy base and add cooked pasta if using.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly in the greased casserole dish.
  7. Sprinkle shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill overnight for a make-ahead option and adjust baking time if prepared unbaked.

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