National Cheesesteak Day: How to make the delicious Philly sandwich at home | Tasty, easy recipes

Looking to celebrate National Cheesesteak Day at home on a budget? We’ve got you covered if you wanna take a stab at making Phildelphia’s classic sandwich.

The Philly Cheesesteak can be traced back to the early 20th century, though its exact inventor remains unknown. Most believe the sandwich’s roots date back to the 1930s in the East Coast city when two brothers running a hot dog stand decided to try something new—loading a hoagie roll with chopped beef and onions. Little did they know, they were making Philadelphia history.

A few tips to make your cheesesteak at home

Here’s what you’ll need to make two sandwiches—though you can always cut the recipe in half if that’s too much cheesesteak for you...

You’ll need:

Once you’re home, cut the onion in half and slice your ribeye into thin strips.

Heat a little oil in a pan, then caramelize the onions with a pinch of salt until they turn golden brown. This should only take a couple of minutes—stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to keep them from sticking or burning.

Before the ribeye hits the hot pan, season it with salt and pepper. Cook the steak strips on high heat in the same pan, letting them soak up all that flavor.

Quick! While it’s hot, place your cheese onto the steak and onion mixture. If you have space in the pan, push the meat aside and toast the bread, letting it soak up some of that delicious oil.

Depending on who you ask, you could add mushrooms, banana peppers, or even mayo. But if you’re aiming for a true Philadelphia classic, keep it simple.

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