Now that the cat’s out of the bag I can tell you all about my food woes and cravings from the last few weeks. Mostly, I have hated all food and considered it to be my worst enemy. This was so sad for me as I obviously live for food and really hated that I spent so many weeks just forcing myself to eat.
About 2 weeks ago- everything changed and I suddenly felt like my normal self again. Except the cravings starting kicking in full force. Like the night that I just had to have Philly Cheese Steak. Like absolutely, no question, needed one. Now in NYC, you can usually get most anything you are craving delivered at any time, but I just didn’t think a takeout situation would do. I wasn’t about to deal with finding and preparing steak, but we had 2 lbs of the most amazing grass fed beef from a local farm in the freezer and I just knew I could make something work that would taste good and satisfy my craving.
So, I sent Andy to the store for a crusty baguette, some peppers and a few other essentials, and whipped this fabulous sandwich up in about 20 minutes. It was SO good. I don’t feel like the pictures quite capture how amazing it really was but I couldn’t wait another day to share it with you. It really tasted like a cheesesteak and was leaps and bounds easier. Next time I may try it Italian Style with provolone cheese, some hot peppers and caramelized onions, but I loved it this way too. The meat is so juicy and well seasoned, and the melty cheese (I just needed American for some reason.) and charred peppers were perfect. I can’t wait to make this again!
Recipe adapted from: Life in the Lofthouse
Rachel @ Bakerita says
I’m drooling. This looks amazing, and I love how easy it is! Pinned.
Molly says
I made this for dinner last night and my husband LOVED it. He kept asking me when I would be making this again. Haha. The only thing to note is that it’s super messy and hard to eat. I preferred to eat it open-face style. Yummm! Thanks for the great recipe.
Audra says
You’re right- it’s so messy. I found that I over-stuffed the sandwiches the first time around so on my next try it was easier with less filling. I just gave my hubby the plate with all the extra filling and he happily ate it haha!
Francesca Catanuso says
the simple good stuff, were eating this for sunday dinner, man! thanks :)
Joanne Bruno says
Ohhhh THE CRAVINGS. Mostly all I want is cheese, cheese and more cheese…so I get it.
Tracey says
I saw this recipe when you first put it on, and I finally made it for dinner tonight. it was delicious. Big hit!!!!!!! Made two changes – diced up and sauteed lots of onion, pepper, and celery, which gave it lots of flavor. Also made open face on crusty italian bread.
Ayesha says
Wow I like these lazy girl’s philly cheesesteak