**Provolone Sauce for Cheesesteaks: A Culinary Delight**
Savor the delectable flavors of a classic cheesesteak sandwich elevated with a velvety smooth provolone sauce. This rich and creamy sauce, crafted from a harmonious blend of melted provolone cheese, sautéed onions, and a touch of garlic, transforms the humble cheesesteak into a culinary masterpiece. Dive into the diverse recipes presented in this article, each offering a unique twist on the classic provolone sauce. From the traditional version to variations incorporating herbs, spices, and even a hint of beer, these recipes cater to a wide range of palates. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect provolone sauce to complement your next cheesesteak creation.
PHILLY CHEESE STEAK
It's hard to think of Philadelphia without thinking of the cheesesteak, a sandwich containing chopped steak, melted cheese and sometimes peppers and onions. The big cheese steak debate, ongoing between rival restaurants Pat's and Geno's, is whether the steak should be topped with Provolone or American cheese, or canned cheese whiz. Bobby Flay's loaded cheese steak recipe is topped with a melted Provolone sauce, onions, peppers and mushrooms.
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Place steak in freezer for 30 to 45 minutes; this makes it easier to slice the meat. Remove the meat from the freezer and slice very thinly.
- Heat griddle or grill pan over high heat. Brush steak slices with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 45 to 60 seconds per side.
- Place several slices of the meat on the bottom half of the roll, spoon some of the cheese sauce over the meat, and top with the mushrooms, onions, and peppers.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the warm milk, and cook, whisking constantly until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk in the provolone and Parmesan until combined; season with the salt and pepper.
- Heat oil and butter in a large saute pan over high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are golden brown. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook slowly until golden brown and caramelized, stirring occasionally, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
- Heat the oil in medium saute pan over high heat. Add the peppers and cook until soft. Season with salt and pepper.
PROVOLONE SAUCE FOR CHEESESTEAKS
This recipe is from Bobby Flay's Throwdown. He went up against Tony Luke and lost, but this sauce sounds very tasty. I love provolone on my cheesesteaks so i can't wait to try it. This is a very basic cheese - Bechamel sauce that's great on cheesesteaks. I pretty sure the provolone can be substituted with almost any cheese you wish.
Provided by Xexe383
Categories High In...
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the warm milk, and cook.
- Whisk constantly until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk in the provolone and Parmesan until combined. Season with the salt and pepper.
PROVOLONE SAUCE
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the hot milk, increase the temperature to high, and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the provolone, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Serve warm.
CHEESESTEAKS WITH PROVOLONE AND AMERICAN CHEESE AND SAUTéED PEPPER AND ONIONS
Look for short ribs with the most marbling possible for these cheesesteaks; if you really want to splash out, use boneless rib eye.
Provided by Brad Leone
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add onions and bell peppers and season generously with salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring often at first then only occasionally as vegetables soften, adjusting heat as needed and adding a splash or so of water if vegetables are browning too quickly, until golden brown and very tender, 25-30 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat, add vinegar, and give everything a good stir. Taste and season with more salt if needed.
- Place short ribs on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and freeze, uncovered, until firm around the edges but still yielding in the center, 45-60 minutes.
- Cut short ribs in half crosswise, then lengthwise into very thin slices. (It's better to have thinner, less-regular slices than thick, even slices. Either way, don't stress; whatever you do will be more than fine.) Divide meat into 8 portions (about 8 oz. each), using sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap as dividers.
- Slice bread in half lengthwise, keeping a long side intact. Heat a large griddle across 2 burners over medium-a flick of water should sizzle on contact. (Or use a large cast-iron skillet and cook 1 portion at a time.) Lightly coat griddle with oil. Place 2 portions of meat (about 1 lb.) on griddle; season generously with salt and pepper. Cook, pressing down and pulling slices apart using 2 metal spatulas, until halfway cooked through (you should still see some raw spots). Scoot meat into 2 oblong portions no more than 1" high and top with some onion-bell pepper mixture. Top with 2 slices American cheese and 2 slices provolone cheese per pile. Cook, undisturbed, until meat is browned and crisp underneath and cheese is melted, about 4 minutes. Transfer each portion to a roll; slice in half crosswise. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve topped as desired.
- Vegetables can be cooked 3 days ahead. Let cool, then cover and chill. Reheat before assembling sandwiches. Meat can be sliced 1 day ahead (it will start to oxidize after that); cover tightly and chill, or freeze up to 1 week and thaw before cooking. Sandwiches can be made 20 minutes ahead; immediately wrap in parchment paper, then foil.
Tips:
- To make the smoothest sauce, use a high-quality provolone cheese that has been freshly grated.
- If you don't have provolone cheese, you can substitute another type of hard cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan.
- To make a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- To make a vegan version of the sauce, use a plant-based milk and cheese.
- Serve the sauce immediately over cheesesteaks, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Provolone sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that is perfect for cheesesteaks. It is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful, and it can be made with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you are making cheesesteaks for a party or just for dinner, provolone sauce is sure to be a hit.
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