Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Vegetables and Dairy
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 8 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese or cheese whiz)
Bread
- 8 hamburger buns or hoagie buns
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook, breaking the meat into small pieces, until browned and cooked through, about 7 to 9 minutes. Drain excess grease from the pan.
- Sauté Onions and Peppers: Push the beef to the sides of the skillet, creating space in the center. Add the salted butter, then add the sliced onions and green bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly browned, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add Cream Cheese: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cubed cream cheese to the skillet and fold it into the meat and vegetables until fully melted and incorporated, forming a creamy sauce.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Turn off the heat. Spoon about ½ cup of the beef mixture onto each bun. Top each with a slice of provolone cheese. For best flavor, toast the buns before assembling. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a less greasy sandwich.
- To make it more authentic, you can substitute provolone cheese with cheese whiz or American cheese as preferred.
- Toasting the buns enhances texture and flavor.
- Drain excess grease to avoid soggy sandwiches.
- This recipe serves 8 sandwiches, perfect for a crowd or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
