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American, Dinner, FI26: Foundation Recipes, Main course, Soup
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A great substitute for entrecote is flat iron steak, which also has great flavor.
The original choice was mild, creamy provolone. Today, American cheese and a cheese sauce product are both commonly used. If you don’t have either of those on hand, a mixture of grated cow’s milk mozzarella and cheddar provide a good match for the creaminess, sharpness, melt, and mouthfeel of these cheeses.
Like other beef sandwiches, Philly cheesesteak is often served with a side of fries, onion rings, or even a small dish of potato or pasta salad.
Italian-American brothers Pat and Harry Olivieri are commonly credited with the invention of the Philly cheesesteak in 1930. Today, variations are seemingly endless, but certain elements are non-negotiable: a long, crusty Italian bread roll filled with thinly sliced, freshly sautéed beef (usually ribeye), and melted cheese.
In the desired cheesesteak, the flavors and textures of the meat, cheese, and bread strike just the right balance, blissfully bound together by the vital quality commonly referred to as “the drip factor”. The best way to find it? Experiment, of course!
Toppings aren’t necessary for authenticity, but if you want to add another flavor dimension to your sandwich (and boost your “drip factor” to boot) try sauteed onions, grilled bell or hot peppers, pickles, or maybe even a smear of creamy horseradish sauce.
Steak (and other meats) are easiest to slice thinly when they are partially frozen. Begin by trimming any visible fat off the outside of the meat. Next, slice your steaks in half lengthwise and place them on a baking tray. Freeze for about 10 minutes (or more, depending on the thickness of the meat), until they are firm. Using a very sharp knife, slice the pieces as thinly as possible. Remember: thaw the meat before you cook it, and leave it out at room temperature for 30 minutes, and fry it in batches to prevent it boiling in its own juices.
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