Philly cheesesteak
English
A homemade Philly cheesesteak
Etymology
Named after Philly (Philadelphia).
Noun
Philly cheesesteak (plural Philly cheesesteaks)
- A cheesesteak sandwich made according to the classic Philadelphia recipe of melted cheese, sliced onions and thinly sliced pieces of beefsteak on a hoagie roll.
Usage notes
This term can be used on its own as a synonym for cheesesteak or to distinguish the original from a variation that substitutes other ingredients such as chicken cheesesteak or Hawaiian cheesesteak.
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