RD Cooks: Philly Joes

Who didn’t love sloppy joes as a kid? I think I probably begged my mom to make them on a weekly basis. The messy sandwiches are still a great dinner here and there, but sometimes you want a change. Well folks, this is that change you have been looking for. Seriously, the first time I had these, I was in love. I think you will be, too.

Philly Joes (aka Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes)

• 1 pound of ground beef
• Hoagie rolls, or bread of choice
• 1 cup of beef stock
• 1/2 cup of steak sauce
• 1/2 medium onion, sliced
• 1/2 green pepper (optional, I didn’t have one on hand)
• Salt & Pepper
• 2 tbsp butter or margarine
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup of milk (may find that you need more as you go)
• 2 cups of your choice of shredded white cheese, I used Monterrey Jack

Directions

• Start by tossing your onions and green peppers in a pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes.
• Add in the ground beef and cook until browned thoroughly.
• Drain grease and put beef back into pan.
• Add beef stock, salt and pepper, and steak sauce. You can add more if the mix isn’t “Sloppy” enough for you.
• Let simmer while you make the cheese sauce.
• In a separate sauce pan, melt butter completely.
• Whisk in flour and stir until mixed.
• Pour in milk, continue to whisk until bubbling.
• Add cheese and mix until melted. You may find that you need more milk, add little by little until you have a good creamy consistency.
• Serve the meat on toasted rolls, top with desired amount of cheese sauce and enjoy!