Philly Steak Cheese Fries

Ingredients (serves 3-4)

450g thinly sliced ​​steak (flank steak, rump steak, or sirloin steak)

1 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1 green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced

1 onion, thinly sliced

8-10 slices white American cheese (or melted white cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone)

590g frozen waffle fries (McCain Quick Cook)

1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
1. Cook the fries

Preheat the oven to 220°C (fan-assisted).

Spread the waffle fries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes (or according to package instructions), until crispy and golden brown.

2. Prepare the Steak

Meanwhile, heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Add the thinly sliced ​​steak and sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper.

Stir-fry quickly until well browned, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

Reserve 1 tablespoon of the cooking liquid, discarding the rest.

3. Cook the Vegetables

Return the skillet to medium heat and add the reserved liquid.

Add the sliced ​​onion and green pepper.

Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, until the onions are tender and the peppers retain a little crunch.

Remove the vegetables and set aside with the steak.

4. Assemble

In the same skillet (or a casserole dish if it’s not ovenproof), place a layer of hot fries.

Top with 4 slices of cheese.

Add half the steak and vegetables.

Repeat: remaining fries + steak/vegetables + remaining cheese on top.

5. Melt the Cheese

Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, just long enough for the cheese to melt and coat everything well.

For an even meltier touch, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end.

Tips and Variations

Add jalapeños for a spicy version.

Substitute hash browns for the waffle fries, or even nachos for a Tex-Mex Philly.

You can also use a mixture of cheeses: cheddar + mozzarella + raclette cheese.