Black pepperto tasteblack pepperadds mild heat and balance.
4slicesprovolone cheese (or any cheese of your preference)melty, creamy topping that ties it together.
4hoagie rollshoagie rollssoft, sturdy carrier that completes the sandwich.
Olive oilfor cookingolive oilhelps sauté vegetables and prevents sticking.
Method
Cooking
In a large skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and heat over medium-high.
Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for about 3–5 minutes until they are tender. If using, add mushrooms and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef to the pan. Break apart and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together properly for about 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low. Place a slice of cheese over the beef mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2–3 minutes.
While the cheese is melting, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
Once the cheese has melted, spoon the beef and vegetable mixture into each roll.
Optionally, toast the rolls for added texture before serving.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet and let the cheese steam for the best flavor and texture. Customize the heat by adding sliced banana peppers or hot sauce if desired. You can freeze leftovers for later use.