Description
Philly Cheesesteak Fries combine crispy crinkle-cut fries topped with a savory ribeye steak, caramelized peppers and onions, all smothered in a creamy white American and Parmesan cheese sauce. This indulgent dish is perfect for a comforting appetizer or hearty snack, delivering classic Philly cheesesteak flavors with a crispy twist.
Ingredients
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Cheese Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 2 cups milk, warmed
- 8 ounces white American cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper (white or black)
Cheesesteak Fries
- 1 pound ribeye steak
- 2 tablespoons oil, divided
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced 1/8 inch thick
- 1 medium onion, sliced 1/8 inch thick
- 1 bag frozen crinkle-cut fries
Instructions
- Prep the Steak: Place the ribeye steak in the freezer for about 20 minutes until firm. Remove and slice thinly into 1/8 inch strips. Toss the sliced steak with 1 tablespoon of oil and set aside.
- Cook the Fries: Prepare the frozen crinkle-cut fries according to the package instructions, usually by baking or frying. Keep them warm once done.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the warmed milk and cook until the sauce thickens. Slowly add the cubed white American cheese and shredded Parmesan, stirring until fully melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Keep the sauce warm on low heat.
- Cook the Meat and Veggies: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the ribeye strips until browned; remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté the sliced green bell pepper and onion until caramelized and tender, about 7-8 minutes. Return the steak to the pan and cook together briefly until everything is caramelized and heated through. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Fries: Place the cooked fries on a serving platter. Top evenly with the caramelized steak, peppers, and onions mixture. Pour the warm cheese sauce generously over the top. Serve any remaining cheese sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Prep all ingredients ahead of time to ensure smooth cooking and prevent overcooking the steak or veggies.
- Ribeye steak is ideal for this dish due to its marbling and flavor, but sirloin or top round can be used as more economical alternatives.
- Serving the fries on parchment paper-lined sheet pan makes cleanup easier and helps keep fries crispy.
- You can use white or black pepper according to your preference for seasoning the cheese sauce.
- For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the cheese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
