Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich

 

First time I ate one of these was in New York, 2000...

They are great !!!

 

 

 

4 crusty Italian sub rolls, each approximately 6" long

4 tbsp. olive oil, divided use

10 oz. frozen steak, round or sirloin, partially thawed

 

to taste salt, pepper

1 each yellow onion, chopped; green pepper, chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese

1 cup marinara sauce, canned

 

       In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp. olive oil until hot.  Put sub rolls, split side down, in hot oil until crispy-brown on cut side only.  Repeat until all four rolls are toasted and set aside.  Slice partially-thawed steak into very thin (1/4") strips.  This is much easier to do when steak is frozen than if fully thawed.  Heat 1 tbsp. olive oil in skillet, add steak and cook over medium-high heat 5 - 7 minutes, until cooked through and just beginning to brown.  Salt and pepper steak strips and set aside.  Keep warm in skillet or on a plate.  Heat 2 tbsp. olive oil in a skillet.  Sautè onion, pepper and garlic slowly over low heat until onions are very soft and beginning to caramelize, about 5 minutes.  Grate cheese.  Heat marinara sauce on stovetop (or in microwave).  Assembly:  Pile 1/2 of steak strips on a toasted sub roll.  Top with 1/2 of onion/pepper mixture, 1/2 of  grated cheese, and 1/2 of marina sauce.  Repeat for all 4 sandwiches.  Serve with Italian pickled peppers.  Makes 4 (6") subs.