Description

This Cheesesteak-Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf blends the best of two favorites: the iconic Philly cheesesteak and classic garlic bread, creating a mouthwatering centerpiece perfect for parties, family dinners, or weekends. The crunchy, garlicky crust gives way to tender, juicy beef and melty provolone, with colorful bell peppers and onions adding flavor and texture to every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 large loaf of Italian bread
1 lb (450g) thinly sliced beef (ribeye, sirloin, or pre-sliced steak)
1 cup sliced bell peppers (assorted red, yellow, and green)
1 cup sliced onions (vidalia or yellow)
2 cups shredded provolone cheese
3 tablespoons garlic butter (homemade or store-bought)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prep all your fillings: thinly slice the bell peppers and onions, and ensure beef is thinly sliced.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a swirl of oil or butter, then sauté the sliced onions and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until softened and beginning to caramelize.
Push the veggies to one side, add the beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until just browned (2-3 minutes). Mix everything together and remove from heat.
Using a sharp bread knife, slice off the top third of the Italian bread lengthwise. Hollow out the inside, creating a well while leaving enough bread around the edges for support.
Brush the entire inside of the loaf generously with garlic butter.
Layer half of the shredded provolone directly onto the base of your bread well.
Spread the warm beef-and-veggie mixture evenly over the cheese.
Top with the remaining provolone cheese.
Place the reserved bread “lid” back over the loaf, gently pressing down.
Place the assembled loaf on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.
For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Allow to cool for a few minutes, slice into portions, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Slice beef as thin as possible—freezing it briefly makes slicing much easier.
Use room temperature butter for easy spreading; infuse with fresh minced garlic and parsley for homemade garlic butter.
Hollow out the bread carefully to prevent tearing for a sturdy, leak-free loaf.
Create a cheese base layer first to act as a moisture barrier and keep bread from getting soggy.
Let the loaf rest 3-5 minutes before slicing for neater servings.
For extra crispiness, wrap in foil for the first half of baking, then uncover.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American/Italian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
Calories: 425
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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