Name: Philly Cheese Steak Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 -6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Onion; 2 Tablespoons Butter or Coconut Oil; 8 ounces of Mozzarella Cheese (optional); 2 cups sliced button Mushrooms; 4 Red, Yellow or Green Bell Peppers; 1 pound of Nutriate Free Roast Beef (or ground beef or leftover steak or roast)

I absolutely love the flavors of a Philly Cheese Steak and this easy dinner idea is inspired by the Philadelphia classic! I first had Philly Cheese Steak when we visited my Aunt and her family in Philadelphia and were introduced to this favorite (along with water ice and fresh pretzels). Let’s just say it wasn’t a grain-free or sugar-free trip.

When we switched to eating grain free (and avoiding chemicals in food), the classic version served on white bread with nacho cheese sauce wasn’t on the menu anymore, but this healthier adaption is a favorite in our house. Even better, it is simple to make and the kids enjoy the unusual presentation…

I baked the flavors of Philly cheesesteak into a bell pepper shell, which intensifies the flavor and provides a more nutritious shell. If you tolerate dairy, you can top with mozzarella or provolone cheese for a more authentic flavor.

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Philly Cheese Steak Peppers

Prep 15 mins

Cook 20 mins

Total 35 mins

Author Wellness Mama

Yield 4 -6

A healthier take on the classic Philly Cheese Steak with beef, mushrooms, and onions baked in a bell pepper shell and topped with mozzarella cheese.

Ingredients

1 Onion
2 Tablespoons Butter or Coconut Oil
8 ounces of Mozzarella Cheese (optional)
2 cups sliced button Mushrooms
4 Red, Yellow or Green Bell Peppers
1 pound of Nutriate Free Roast Beef (or ground beef or leftover steak or roast)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Wash peppers and cut in half lengthwise.
Remove the seeds and dry for planting or discard.
Heat the butter or coconut oil in a large skillet.
Slice the onion and add to skillet.
Saute about 5-8 minutes until starting to become translucent.
Thinly slice the mushrooms and add to the pan. Saute another 5-8 minutes.
Slice the roast beef into strips and add to pan. Cook another 2-3 minutes or until hot (assuming the meat is pre-cooked... if not, cook meat first until done).
Place the peppers in a large baking dish, open side up. Spoon the meat/onion/mushroom mixture evenly into the bell peppers. Top each pepper with the cheese and bake for at least 20 minutes or until well cooked. Enjoy!

Courses Main

Cuisine American

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