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This Philly Cheese Steak Dip takes all the flavors from a classic cheese steak sandwich and morphs them into a slow cooker party appetizer dipping sauce. Made with to ast beef, bell pepper, mushroom and onion in a mozzarella and cream cheese sauce.

It’s a simple fondue-style party appetizer you can prep ahead of time and enjoy during the Super Bowl.

I’ve been posting a few game day appetizer recipes lately, and today is no exception. This Slow Cooker Philly Cheese Steak Dip is an essential football party recipe that will keep you satisfied for the long game.

Ingredients for making Philly Cheese Steak Dip

Mozzarella: use shredded mozzarella as fresh mozzarella will contain too much liquid and moisture
Cream cheese: a good quality cream cheese cut into cubes. This gives a delicious cheesy flavor!
Sour cream: tangy and creamy
Milk: a good base for the dip and makes it extra creamy
Roast beef: deli style roast beef is what I use but you could also use leftover roast beef that you’ve made at home
Vegetables: onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and green onions all add incredible flavor and texture to the dip
Garlic: a strong and delicious addition that makes a big difference, make sure to use fresh garlic for best results
Black Pepper: for seasoning

How to make Philly Cheese Steak Dip in a slow cooker

It really couldn’t be easier to make this game day dip, all you need to do is throw all the ingredients into the slow cooker, cover and let it cook away for a few hours. You can cook it on high for 2 hours or low for 6 hours and it’s done. Serve with bread, crackers or chips and dig in.

Pro tip: I love to serve it in the slow cooker because it stays warm while you serve it plus there’s minimal washing up!

What is Philly Cheese Steak?

A cheesesteak is a sandwich made from beef that’s thinly sliced and served with melted cheese and veggies on a soft roll. Most commonly it includes green bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms. It’s a popular regional fast food from Philadelphia hence the name Philly Cheese Steak.

Classic Philly cheese steak has been morphed into a slow cooker party appetizer dipping sauce. All the main ingredients like roast beef, green bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms are added to a cheesy base in a slow cooker.

This sauce is soooo cheesy, and not in a made-for-tv kind of way. Melted cheese and cream cheese, with a bit of milk and sour cream, forms a thick sauce for the rest of the Philly cheese steak ingredients. This cheese sauce pairs perfectly with a wine of course.

In essence, it’s a fondue dipped with bread or crackers for a unique and flavorful snack. Once prepared, keep it in the slow cooker on warm the entire game for an always saucy snack.

Why do wine and cheese pair so well together?

Cheese contains oily fats…which is why it tastes so good. It gives a slick feel to the mouth. Astringents found in tannins (wine) gives an opposite rougher mouthfeel. The balance of sensations evens out into a harmonious experience.

Astringents have a lasting effect that builds over time during a meal. This is why a few sips of wine will compliment each bite you take. Read more in detail in the LiveScience article.

Tips for making Slow Cooker Philly Cheese Steak Dip

If you find the dip it too thick, thin it out by adding more milk.
To make it thicker, add flour 1-tablespoon at a time.
Serve warm and leave the slow cooker on warm setting to keep cheese melted, the dip is best served warm.
Mozzarella can also be substituted for shredded cheddar
Add spices, herbs or red pepper flakes as desired for extra flavor

Slow Cooker Philly Cheese Steak Dip at-a-glance

Flavor profiles: Rich, savory sauce that tastes like a Philly cheese steak
Texture: Thick creamy and perfect dipping sauce consistency
Dietary options/substitutions: The dip is gluten-free so use GF bread if needed. Omit roast-beef for a vegetarian option

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