This freezer meal easy skillet cheese steak with peppers is the BEST! With tender shaved steak, peppers, onions and spices it’s everything you could want in a freezer meal – delicious, pan ready and served in minutes.
Freezer meals are my new favorite thing and this easy freezer meal Philly cheese steak has shot to the top of house favorites.
Before anyone gets upset, let me say that I know that this isn’t real Philly Cheese Steak. But it’s close, for a homemade freezer meal. And it has peppers…if that offends you, then leave them out. It will still be plenty tasty with the seasoned beef, cheese and onions!
Without having to really cook every night, freezer meals free up time for so many other things, like just sitting back and enjoying the early setting sun. Honestly, now if I look at a recipe and that bugger can’t be frozen or at least made ahead of time, it’s gone. No really, but I am thinking it. If you are loving freezer meals too, you’ll want to try Freezer Meal Sweet Spicy Chicken and Freezer Meal Honey Maple Mustard Chicken.
Make up multiples of this freezer meal so when the cravings for Cheese Steak starts, you are ready. It only takes minutes to prep, then you just toss everything in freezer bags. I made up 10 of these meals in less than 30 minutes! The great thing about this recipe is that you don’t need to thaw before you cook it. The steak is cut so thin that it cooks right away, no center to thaw. Just leave the cheese on the counter to soften while you cook.
If you froze the rolls for the sandwiches, pop them uncovered in the microwave for a minute to thaw. If you don’t have a microwave, put the rolls on a baking sheet in the oven at 300°F to thaw while you cook. After about 5 minutes, cut the rolls in half and open up on the baking sheet. Keep in the oven until they’re thawed. Just keep an eye on them so they don’t get hard on the outside.
Not only can you cook a frozen steak without thawing it, but it tastes better that way, according to the food magazine.
Tools to make Freezer Meal Skillet Cheese Steaks
- Gallon-Size Freezer Storage Bags
- EverSharp Pro Chef’s Knife – it’s my go-to knife….perfect 8-inch blade for all your kitchen cutting, slicing and chopping without ever needing sharpened!
- Glass Nesting Bowls – the bowls I use all the time for mixing recipe ingredients, whipping cream and the large one is great for serving salad too!
Tips for Making Freezer Meal Philly Cheese Steaks
- I used shaved steak for this freezer meal, but you could easily use your favorite cut of beef and just slice it very thin. It’s easiest to do if the steak is partially frozen.
- Buy the rolls the same time as the beef. Freeze them in a bag next to the cheese steaks so you’ll have them on hand when the hunger hits.
- Make multiples so you only have to clean up meal prepping once. It’s a breeze to clean up after supper when you eat freezer meals!
How to cook Bertolino Foods Shaved Steak
FAQ
How do you defrost shaved steak?
Can you cook sandwich steak from frozen?
Can you cook steaks from frozen?
Can you cook frozen shaved steak?
Yes, cooking frozen shaved steak is possible. Prepare your steaks by removing them from their vacuum-sealed bags and submerging them in a bowl of lukewarm water for 2-3 minutes. This gentle thawing process is designed to facilitate the adhesion of salt and pepper to the surface of the meat, eliminating the need for extensive thawing.
How do you cook a shaved steak without overcrowding?
Choose a skillet or frying pan to accommodate the shaved steak without overcrowding. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and add some cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, olive oil). Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough for searing. Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the seasoned shaved steak in a single layer.
How do you cook a shaved steak in the oven?
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shaved steak and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook until softened and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do you reheat a shaved steak?
Place the shaved steak in an oven-safe dish and cover it with foil. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until it is heated through. Stovetop: To reheat shaved steak on the stovetop, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil or butter to the pan, then add the shaved steak. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it is heated through.