Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Cheesy Breadsticks With Savory Filling (Print version)

Golden breadsticks stuffed with shaved steak, peppers, onions, mushrooms, provolone, and mozzarella for a cheesy Philly-style snack.

# Ingredients:

For the filling

01 - 10 oz (285 g) shaved ribeye or shaved sirloin
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 4 oz (115 g) cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the breadsticks

10 - 1 lb (450 g) pizza dough, room temperature
11 - 6 slices provolone cheese
12 - 1 1/4 cups (140 g) shredded low-moisture mozzarella
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
16 - 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, optional
17 - Marinara or cheese sauce, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for 25-30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shaved steak, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until just browned, then transfer to a plate.
03 - Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms to the same skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and most moisture has cooked off. Stir in garlic and Worcestershire sauce, then return the steak to the pan.
04 - Taste and season with the remaining salt as needed. Spread the filling on a plate and cool for about 10 minutes so it will not soften the dough too much.
05 - Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12x14 inch rectangle. Lay provolone over one half, leaving a border, then add the steak filling and mozzarella. Fold the plain half over the filling and pinch the edges firmly.
06 - Cut the stuffed dough into 8 breadsticks. Move them to the baking sheet seam side down. Mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, then brush over the tops.
07 - Bake for 16-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Rest for 5 minutes, sprinkle with parsley if using, and serve warm with marinara or cheese sauce.

# Good to know:

01 - Let the filling cool before stuffing to help prevent soggy dough.
02 - Use low-moisture mozzarella for the best melt without excess liquid.
03 - Makes 8 stuffed breadsticks, about 2 per serving.