There’s nothing more comforting than a quality casserole–or as they say in Minnesota–hot dish. Your taste buds are in for a treat with this sandwich knock-off, Philly Cheesesteak Casserole. The super simple, cheesy casserole mixes in the sandwich’s staple basics: steak, onions, bell peppers and cheese. Legend has it, the OG Philly Cheesesteak sandwich originated at a hot dog cart in south Philadelphia back in the 1930s.

Put together the warm, hearty dish; pop it in the oven; get to studying; watching Bridgerton; playing with the kids; finishing off the to do list.

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

• Prep: 25 min
• Cook: 50 min
• Total: 1 hr 15 min
• Servings:

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• 260 Calories
• 5g Total Fat
• 24g Protein
• 30g Total Carbohydrate
• 4g Sugars
   

Ingredients:

• 3 cups uncooked dumpling or wide egg noodles (6 oz)
• 1 lb beef boneless sirloin steak, about 3/4 inch thick
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 2 medium onions, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 ¾ cups beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• ¾ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (3 oz)

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain noodles as directed on package.
2. Meanwhile, remove fat from beef. Cut beef into 3/4-inch pieces. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook beef and pepper in skillet 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown. Stir in onions and bell pepper. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon into baking dish.
3. In medium bowl, beat broth and flour with wire whisk until smooth. Add to skillet; heat to boiling. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens; remove from heat. Stir in half-and-half and mustard. Spoon over beef mixture. Stir in cooked noodles.
4. Cover and bake 40 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.