Oh my goodness, if you’re craving something utterly delicious and comforting, you HAVE to try this Philly Cheesesteak Casserole. It’s like all the best parts of a cheesesteak, but in a warm, cheesy, bake-it-all-together dish. Perfect for a cozy night in! It brings back so many memories of game nights and filling up on something truly satisfying.
This recipe is surprisingly simple, and the aroma while it’s baking is just heavenly. Imagine tender ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and savory onions all swimming in a gooey, cheesy embrace. Pure bliss!
Here’s how you can make this magic happen:
**Ingredients:**
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1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
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* 1 to 2 bell peppers (any color you like!), thinly sliced
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* ½ yellow onion, thinly sliced
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* 1 tablespoon olive oil
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* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
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* ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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* ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
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* 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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* ½ cup sour cream
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* ½ cup milk
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* 1 ½ cups shredded provolone cheese (plus more for topping)
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* 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping)
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* Optional: A splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth
**Let’s Get Cooking!**
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess grease.
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3. Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet with the beef. Cook until they’ve softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. If you’re using Worcestershire sauce, add it now.
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4. In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
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5. Stir the cream cheese mixture into the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Cook for a minute or two until it’s all well combined and starting to thicken.
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6. Gently fold in 1 ½ cups of provolone and 1 ½ cups of mozzarella cheese until just melted.
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7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
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8. Top generously with extra provolone and mozzarella cheese.
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9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is golden and melted.
This is honestly so good served with a side salad or some crusty bread for dipping. Let me know if you give it a try – I’m so excited for you to experience this cheesy goodness!