Description
This Philly Cheese Steak Casserole is a comforting, layered dish inspired by the classic Philly Cheesesteak sandwich. Featuring seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, tender hash browns, and a melty mix of provolone and cheddar cheese, this casserole delivers five savory layers of flavor and texture. Perfect for a hearty family dinner, it combines the best elements of a Philly cheesesteak in an easy-to-make baked casserole.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
Main Components
- 4 cups frozen hash browns
- 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned and no pink remains.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the beef. Cook together until the vegetables become soft and tender.
- Season Mixture: Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly season the beef and vegetable mixture.
- Add Beef Broth: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer to meld the flavors and slightly reduce the liquid.
- Layer Hash Browns: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread half of the frozen hash browns in an even layer on the bottom of the dish.
- Add Beef Mixture: Spread the cooked beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the hash browns layer.
- Top with Remaining Hash Browns: Add the remaining hash browns on top of the beef mixture, creating the third layer of the casserole.
- Add Cheese Layers: Sprinkle the shredded provolone and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top layer of hash browns.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly, melted, and golden brown.
Notes
- For a cheesier casserole, you can increase the cheese amount or add a different cheese like mozzarella.
- Ensure hash browns are spread evenly for consistent cooking.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking for easier serving.
- Adding a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture can enhance the flavor.
