Here’s a Cheese Steak Hamburger recipe—a mouthwatering fusion of a classic cheesesteak and an all-American hamburger. It combines a juicy beef patty with sautéed onions and peppers, melty cheese, and a toasted bun, giving you the best of both comfort foods.
🧀🥩 Cheese Steak Hamburger Recipe
🍔 What You’ll Get:
- A juicy burger patty with steak-like flavor
- Caramelized onions and peppers like a Philly cheesesteak
- Melted provolone or American cheese
- Optional creamy cheese sauce
- All served on a toasted bun
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4 burgers)
For the Patties:
- 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 blend is ideal)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp steak seasoning or Montreal seasoning (or: ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp garlic powder)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan)
For the Cheese Steak Toppings:
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced thin
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
- 1 red bell pepper (optional, for sweetness and color)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices provolone, American, or white cheddar cheese
For the Buns & Extras:
- 4 burger buns (brioche, potato, or Kaiser rolls work great)
- 1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns)
- Optional: mayonnaise, aioli, or cheese sauce
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Form the Burger Patties
- Mix ground beef with Worcestershire sauce and steak seasoning.
- Divide into 4 patties, about ¾-inch thick. Press a slight dimple in the center of each (to prevent puffing).
2. Cook the Onions & Peppers
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil or butter.
- Add sliced onions and peppers.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes or until soft and lightly caramelized.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Cook the Burger Patties
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties for 4–5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheese and cover to melt.
4. Toast the Buns
- Spread butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast in a pan or on the grill until golden brown.
5. Assemble the Burgers
- Spread mayo or cheese sauce on the bottom bun.
- Place the cheesy patty on top.
- Pile on a generous scoop of sautéed onions and peppers.
- Add the top bun and serve hot.
🧀 Optional Cheese Sauce (Quick Version)
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- ¾ cup milk
- ¾ cup shredded provolone or cheddar cheese
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Directions:
- Melt butter in a small saucepan.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk; cook until slightly thickened.
- Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Use immediately.
🥗 Great Sides:
- Steak fries or curly fries
- Onion rings
- Pickles and coleslaw
- Ice-cold soda or root beer