Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Loaf
Cheesesteak stuffed garlic loaf with ground beef, peppers, and provolone cheese baked inside soft bread.
I chose to make this cheesesteak stuffed garlic loaf on a night when everyone wanted comfort food without extra dishes. One loaf feeds a table and feels generous without effort. Bread always brings people together and this version feels familiar yet filling.
What I like about this recipe is how everything stays contained. The beef cooks quickly, the peppers soften nicely, and the cheese melts into the bread. Each slice holds together well which makes serving easy.
When I set this on the table, the room went quiet. Plates filled fast and seconds followed without asking. This loaf disappeared before the salad even made it around.
Questions You May Have About This Recipe
What bread works best
A soft Italian loaf holds the filling well.
Should the beef be lean
Yes. Lean beef keeps the loaf from getting greasy.
Do I need a baking sheet
Yes. Line it for easy cleanup.
Is this good for sharing
It slices clean and serves a group well.
Should it rest before cutting
Let it sit for 5 minutes.
What You Need To Make Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Loaf
1 large Italian bread loaf
1 lb ground beef
1 cup diced bell peppers
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cups shredded provolone cheese
3 tbsp butter softened
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped parsley
How To Make Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Loaf
Heat oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks; cook to 160°F, then drain excess fat.
Add the peppers, onion, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until the vegetables soften.
Split the loaf lengthwise and hollow the center of each half, leaving a sturdy bread shell. Arrange both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Mix butter and garlic then spread inside bread.
Fill loaf with beef mixture.
Top with cheese.
Bake for 15 minutes until melted.
Let the loaf rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and slice.
Tips
Drain beef well before filling loaf.
Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melt.
Serve with a simple salad.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3 to 4 days. Reheat to 165°F.
Reader Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Hearty and easy to serve for family night.” Carol M
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great flavor and simple prep.” Denise H
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Everyone asked for the recipe.” Paula R
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Loved the garlic bread base.” Linda S
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Perfect for sharing without mess.” Joanne T
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Loaf
Cheesesteak stuffed garlic loaf filled with seasoned beef, peppers, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 large Italian bread loaf
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- 3 tbsp butter softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks; cook to 160°F, then drain excess fat.
- Add the peppers, onion, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until the vegetables soften.
- Split the loaf lengthwise and hollow the center of each half, leaving a sturdy bread shell. Arrange both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Mix butter and garlic then spread inside bread.
- Fill loaf with beef mixture.
- Top with cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes until melted.
- Let the loaf rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and slice.
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