Ingredients
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound ribeye steak
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups (169.5 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the Italian bread loaf lengthwise into two halves. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, softened butter, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly over both halves of the bread. Set aside.
- Slice ribeye steak into thin strips and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and butter. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until caramelized (10–15 minutes). Add green peppers in the last 5 minutes if using. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the seasoned ribeye strips. Use two spatulas to shred and tenderize the meat while it cooks. Cook until just done, about 2 minutes.
- Divide the cooked meat evenly between the two bread halves. Top with the caramelized onions and green peppers (if used).
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and parmesan over the meat, fully covering it.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–14 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley, slice into portions, and serve.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melt and flavor.
- Customize with mushrooms or provolone cheese if desired.
- Great as an appetizer or main dish with a side salad.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg