Authentic Philly Sandwich Dip
This savory dip captures the essence of a classic Philly sandwich, reimagined into a rich, cheesy, and hearty dish ideal for gatherings or casual snacking. It layers seasoned beef with creamy cheeses and sautéed vegetables, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- 1 cup freshly shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
- 4 slices Provolone or Swiss cheese
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ green bell pepper diced
- 1 white onion diced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper as it cooks.
- Introduce the diced onions along with both the green and red bell peppers into the skillet. Continue to cook until the vegetables soften and the meat is fully browned.
- Eliminate excess grease from the skillet.
- Incorporate the Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic, stirring thoroughly.
- Mix in the cubed cream cheese, stirring constantly until it melts and combines smoothly with the meat mixture.
- Blend in the sour cream followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and integrated.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Spoon a portion of the meat mixture into the dish, then layer with provolone or Swiss cheese slices.
- Repeat the layering process, finishing with the remaining cheese atop the final meat layer.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve warm with hard rolls, crackers, or sturdy chips for dipping.