Philly Steak Cheese Fries Recipe

For those cheesy, meaty, extremely hard-to-resist offerings, one will surely be left craving for more. And right from it, Philly steak cheese fries are the best part of this dish. What I love about this dish is that it gives the feeling of the best part of a Philly cheesesteak, like crispy fries under it, which were thrown together and are really filling. It is one of those guaranteed crowd-pleasers for game nights or lazy weekends.

What Are Philly Steak Cheese Fries All About?

All of those meats being fried on crispy golden fries with juicy steak strips garnished with sautéed onions and peppers, and melted cheese-this is what can be termed as heaven. In every bite, it is as mouthwatering as savory, cheesy, and loaded with lots of flavors. Think of trying comfort food consisting of two classics: French fries and Philly cheesesteak, to qualify this.

Ingredients

For the Fries

• 1 bag frozen French fries (or homemade, about 4 cups)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste

For the Steak Topping

• 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

For the Cheese Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 ½ cups shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese

How to Make Philly Steak Cheese Fries

1. Fries: Bake as per packet recommendations, taking care to bake them until crispy. These will be set aside for now.
2. Steak: To a hot skillet with oil, add thinly sliced steak, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Brown on all sides and then remove from the pan.
3. Veggies: In the same skillet, add the onions and peppers and sauté until soft and somewhat caramelized.
4. Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in the flour, and slowly whisk in the milk. Stir until thickened and add cheese until very smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble: On a large platter, spread out the fries and pile on the steak and vegetables, then drizzle with cheese sauce.

Storage Tips

• Best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• For best results, reheat in a 350°F oven so the fries will stay crisp.

Serving Suggestions

• By all means, serve with ranch dipping sauce or spicy mayo.
• Add jalapeños if you like it spicy!
• They make for a great party snack or game-day treat and even a dinner all on their own.

Pro Tips & Variations

• Choose waffle fries or curly fries for that extra crunch.
• Substitute provolone with cheddar or pepper jack for a flavor twist.
• Go with sweet potato fries for a lighter version.

FAQs

1. Can I make Philly Steak Cheese Fries spicy?

Definitely! Go with jalapeños, hot sauce, or simply use spicy pepper jack cheese for the punch.

2. What if I don’t have ribeye?

You can substitute flank steak, sirloin, or even leftover roast beef, which will do just fine.

3. Can this be made gluten-free?

Definitely! Either use gluten-free flour in the cheese sauce or forget about it and just melt cheese on top of the fries.

4. Can frozen bell pepper and onion be used?

Yes, but make sure to cook them until all the water has boiled away before putting them on top of the fries.

Try It!

Philly steak cheese fries are the ultimate comfort food that will have you coming back for more. Crispy fries, tender steak, melted cheese, and veggies-what’s not to love? Give this recipe a try!