How to Make Mini Philly Cheesesteaks - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic American comfort foods, the Philly cheesesteak is a legendary sandwich that is beloved by many. The combination of thinly sliced steak, gooey melted cheese, and soft, chewy bread makes for a delicious and satisfying meal. While the original Philly cheesesteak is typically served on a long hoagie roll, this recipe puts a fun twist on the classic by turning it into mini sliders. These Mini Philly Cheesesteaks are perfect for serving at parties, game day gatherings, or e...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 2 ounces shredded provolone cheese, or more to taste
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 1 (12 ounce) skirt steak
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or as needed
  • ¼ cup water
  • ⅓ cup diced onion
  • ⅓ cup diced sweet peppers
  • 2 baguettes, or as needed, cut into 48 1/2-inch thick slices
  • ¼ cup shredded provolone cheese, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 48 sandwiches

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  • Make sauce: Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Whisk flour into hot butter and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is pale and flour taste cooks off, about 1 minute. Whisk milk into flour mixture until mixture is hot and thickened, 3 to 6 minutes. Add provolone cheese, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt; stir until cheese is completely melted. Set aside.
  • Make mini cheesesteaks: Season steak with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steak in hot oil, turning occasionally, until meat is slightly firm and pink on the inside, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer meat to a plate.
  • Return the skillet to heat and pour in water; bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour liquid from the skillet over steak. Cool steak to room temperature; dice meat and place meat and accumulated juices from the plate into a large bowl.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté onion and peppers in hot oil until softened and slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir onion and peppers into beef in the bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread bread slices out on the prepared baking sheets and drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Flip slices over so the oiled sides face downward. Spread cheese sauce generously onto each slice. Spoon beef mixture on top. Sprinkle with provolone cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and cheese is melted, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    280 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 489mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 172mg