No, this recipe isn’t exactly great for your waistline, but what could be better than steak, jalapeƱos, and cheese? Copious amounts of cheese. Your tastebuds will certainly be pleased with jalapeƱo cheese steak.
Any cut of beef will do, so while fresh steak is, of course, best, this is an excellent way to use those steaks that may have been sitting in your freezer for a while. The creamy cheese and pepper spiciness take so much focus — it does a good job at hiding the imperfections of frozen meat.
Note: If you opt for a bigger steak, make sure you rest it after frying as there will be some juices. You don’t want that extra liquid added to the dish.
Fresh jalapeƱo is the best option here, too, but you can also use jarred jalapeƱos if need be. You can also opt for serrano peppers if you prefer a chili with a little extra spiciness. They both have that tasty fresh, bright bite, so it’s an excellent jalapeƱo substitute.
–> Learn More: JalapeƱo Vs. Serrano – How Do They Compare?
JalapeƱo cheese steak is best enjoyed when it’s made. Serve it plated or slice the beef and place the jalapeƱo cheese steak on buns. It doesn’t keep well, so aim to enjoy it all in one sitting. If your family is like my family, that shouldn’t be a problem.
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JalapeƱo Cheese Steak
Ingredients
- 2 steaks
- 1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese separated as 1 cup and 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup jalapeƱo peppers sliced
- 1/4 cup scallions
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Combine flour and a splash of milk and stir until a smooth paste is formed.
- Add the remaining milk, 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the flour mixture and stir thoroughly.
- Microwave the cheese mix until thickened, stopping the microwave every 2 minutes and stirring thoroughly each time.
- Brown the steaks for 1 minute on each side then add to a shallow baking tray.
- Add the jalapeƱo slices on top of the steaks and then pour over the sauce
- Top with the remaining half cup shredded cheese and sliced scallions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Serve immediately.