🥩 Ingredients
🥩 Main Layer:
- 1½ lbs ground beef or thin shaved steak
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌿 Seasoning:
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional for smoky flavor)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
🧀 Creamy Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 large eggs
🧀 Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
👩🍳 Method
🔥 1. Preheat oven
Set your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Grease a 9×13 baking dish with a little oil or butter.
🥩 2. Cook the meat
In a large pan, cook the ground beef or shaved steak over medium-high heat until browned and fully cooked.
Break it apart while cooking for even texture.
Drain excess fat if needed.
🌶️ 3. Add vegetables
Add onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic to the pan.
Cook for 5–6 minutes until soft, tender, and aromatic.
Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well so everything is evenly coated.
🥘 4. Transfer to dish
Spread the cooked beef and vegetables evenly into the prepared baking dish.
🧀 5. Prepare creamy layer
In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, mayonnaise, and eggs until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
🧑🍳 6. Assemble casserole
Pour the creamy mixture over the beef layer and spread evenly.
Top with provolone and mozzarella cheese for a rich cheesy crust.
🔥 7. Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden, melted, and bubbling.
⏳ 8. Rest & serve
Let it sit for 5 minutes after baking so it sets properly.
Then slice and serve warm.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use softened cream cheese for a silky texture
- Provolone gives the classic Philly taste
- Add chili flakes or jalapeños for a spicy kick
- Let it rest before cutting for clean slices
