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Juicy Philly Cheesesteak Sliders with Provolone Cheese

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These Juicy Philly Cheesesteak Sliders combine thinly sliced ribeye, caramelized onions, and melty provolone cheese on toasted slider buns for a quick, crowd-pleasing comfort food perfect for gatherings or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ribeye steak, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 8 slider buns
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the ribeye in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm it up. Using a sharp knife, slice the meat as thinly as possible, against the grain, into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a bowl.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until the onions are golden brown and sweet. Add the minced garlic in the last 2 minutes to avoid burning.
  3. Remove the onions from the pan and set aside. Increase heat to medium-high and add the remaining butter and oil. Add the sliced steak in a single layer without crowding the pan. Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, if using. Let it sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until browned, then stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes until just cooked through but still juicy.
  4. Return the caramelized onions to the skillet and stir everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Slice the slider buns in half and toast them lightly in a clean pan with a bit of butter until golden and slightly crisp.
  6. Pile the steak and onion mixture generously onto the bottom halves of the buns. Layer a slice of provolone cheese over the hot meat and cover with the top bun. Optionally, place assembled sliders under a broiler or in a hot oven (about 375°F / 190°C) for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese perfectly.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the sliders for a fresh pop of color. Serve immediately while warm and juicy.

Notes

Freeze the ribeye for 30 minutes before slicing to make thin slicing easier. Cook steak in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Caramelize onions slowly over medium heat for best sweetness. Toast buns lightly with butter to prevent sogginess. Optionally melt cheese under broiler for extra gooeyness. Prepare onions ahead and reheat with steak for quicker assembly. For dairy-free, substitute provolone with plant-based cheese and butter with olive oil.

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Keywords: Philly cheesesteak, sliders, ribeye, provolone cheese, caramelized onions, easy dinner, crowd-pleaser, comfort food

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