Lightened-Up Steak and Cheese Subs Recipe

Name: Lightened-Up Steak and Cheese Subs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 pound Top Round Sirloin; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1 Red Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Thinly Sliced; 1 Orange Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Then Thinly Sliced; 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano; 2 teaspoons Herbes De Provence; 3 Tablespoons Red Wine; 3 Tablespoons Low Fat Milk; 1 cup Gorgonzola Cheese, Crumbled; Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1 Baguette, Cut In Half Lengthwise, Then Cut Into Thirds, And Toasted

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 pound Top Round Sirloin
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced
1 Red Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Thinly Sliced
1 Orange Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Then Thinly Sliced
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
2 teaspoons Herbes De Provence
3 Tablespoons Red Wine
3 Tablespoons Low Fat Milk
1 cup Gorgonzola Cheese, Crumbled
Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Baguette, Cut In Half Lengthwise, Then Cut Into Thirds, And Toasted

1
Heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat.
2
Season the sirloin steak with salt and pepper and cook about 4-5 minutes on the first side.
3
Flip it over and cook about 4-5 minutes more.
4
Remove the steak from the pan, set it on a plate and allow it to sit and rest for about 15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 teaspoons of olive oil to the pan.
6
Add the garlic and onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
7
Add the bell peppers, oregano, and herbes de Provence and cook until peppers are softened, about 2 minutes more.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Add the red wine and allow it to simmer and reduce for about 2 minutes.
10
Remove the pan of sauteed vegetables from the heat.
11
Thinly slice the steak against the grain and stir the sliced steak in with the onions and peppers.
12
Set aside.
13
In a small saucepan, heat the milk until it is lightly simmering.
14
Add the Gorgonzola, stirring until it has fully melted.
15
Place some of the steak and pepper mixture onto the cut side of each section of the toasted baguette.
16
Spoon the cheese sauce over the top.
17
Serve as open-faced sandwiches.

197

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 pound Top Round Sirloin, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced, and more.

Yes, Lightened-Up Steak and Cheese Subs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lightened-Up Steak and Cheese Subs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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