Savory Philly Steak Cheese Fries with Peppers and Onions (Print version)
Crispy fries layered with thin steak, peppers, onions, and melty white American cheese for a hearty Philly-style tray.
# Ingredients:
For the fries
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1 bag (28 oz or 790 g) frozen waffle fries
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1 tablespoon olive oil, for the pan
For the steak and vegetables
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1 lb (450 g) shaved ribeye or very thinly sliced sirloin
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
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1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
For topping
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8 slices white American cheese
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4 slices provolone cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley
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Pickled peppers, optional for serving
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 425°F. Spread the waffle fries on a large sheet pan and bake according to the package directions until deeply golden and crisp, usually 20-25 minutes.
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Pat the steak dry. Toss it with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika right before cooking.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak in an even layer and cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring once or twice, until browned and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
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Add butter to the same skillet. Add the onion and green bell pepper and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the onion softens and the pepper is tender-crisp.
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Move the hot fries to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Add half of the American cheese, then the steak, peppers, onions, provolone, and remaining American cheese.
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Return the pan to the oven for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Rest for 2 minutes, then top with chives or parsley and serve hot.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately while the fries are crisp.
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Cook the steak and vegetables ahead, then layer over freshly baked fries before serving.