babyteen Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 I just looked at the recipe for the Philly Cheesesteak, from Pat's King Of Steaks, and I'd like to have something explained. 1. If you make a cheesesteak with American or Provolone cheese slices, how many slices do you put on? 2. One of the ingredients listed is 1 large Spanish Onion. Is the onion a requirement? Or is it actually an optional topping? 3. Would the recipe for a Philly Steak be the same as the one for a Philly Cheesesteak? 4. For the recipes with the cheese slices, do you put them on while the steak is cooking? Or do you put them on when you put the steak into the roll? 5. What are the most common seasonings and toppings for Philly Steaks and Cheesesteaks? 6. Would I be able to find freshly made Philly Steaks and Cheesesteaks in Allentown? Or would I have to take a trip to Philadelphia? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcM Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 You are really excited about this trip, aren't you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyteen Posted September 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 You are really excited about this trip, aren't you! Why, yes I am! I can't wait to go to Pennsylvania! I'm going to be having so much fun! I'll definitely be in Paradise! Do you perhaps have any answers to my questions in this post? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcM Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Sorry. I have only been back east twice, and both times were in Boston. I will be doing some traveling next year, though. South Carolina in March, Connecticut in August and Miami in November(leaving from Miami on a cruise to the Dominican Republic, British and American Virgin Islands.) I am excited about the cruise and I think it is going to be a long 14 months of waiting. Also, if I get a position I am interviewing for, I will have to go to Texas for 10 weeks for training. I have mixed feelings about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Joe Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 (edited) Annabelle....The amount of cheese depends upon your taste...however, one layer of either American or provolone covering the entire steak is the norm. Either that or a generous shmear of Cheese-Whiz. The cheese is added just as the steak if finishing frying so that it melts just a bit. Onion too is of course depending upon personal tastes. I love the Spanish onion cooked til carmelization. Many people say "hold the onion". Some prefer raw onion. As for the recipes you mention, I'd have to see them to know if they refer to the same thing. The most common seasonings and toppings for Philly Cheese Steaks are: Salt and pepper *Onions, mushrooms, hot cherry peppers and cheese. Ketchup or sometimes steak sauce (rarely). A side of french fries is standard practice. Then there's the Philly steak sandwich created by yours truly at pat's King Of Steaks in the early 60's. It's the Steak-Roll. You take a plain Philly steak sandwich (no toppings) and add a vertically sliced egg roll as your topping. Season with salt, black pepper and hot pepper to taste. Finally, a good Philly Cheese Steak in Allentown? Sorry Honey, but no. I've never found one outside of South Philly...not even North, Northeast or West Philly. And BTW, neither Pat's nor Geno's make the best Philly Cheese Steaks. There are several shops that are far superior. I recommend that you try Jim's near 6th And South Sts. Bon apeptit!! *To order a Philly Cheese Steak with mushrooms, onions and hot peppers you ask for a "Mushroom Cheese Steak wit and wit". The first wit is onions, the second is hot peppers. One wit will always mean onions. If you want neither just do not include a wit. The person taking the order will probably ask, "wit or witout?" Edited September 17, 2007 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyteen Posted September 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Annabelle....The amount of cheese depends upon your taste...however, one layer of either American or provolone covering the entire steak is the norm. Either that or a generous shmear of Cheese-Whiz. The cheese is added just as the steak if finishing frying so that it melts just a bit. Onion too is of course depending upon personal tastes. I love the Spanish onion cooked til carmelization. Many people say "hold the onion". Some prefer raw onion. As for the recipes you mention, I'd have to see them to know if they refer to the same thing. The most common seasonings and toppings for Philly Cheese Steaks are: Salt and pepper *Onions, mushrooms, hot cherry peppers and cheese. Ketchup or sometimes steak sauce (rarely). A side of french fries is standard practice. Then there's the Philly steak sandwich created by yours truly at pat's King Of Steaks in the early 60's. It's the Steak-Roll. You take a plain Philly steak sandwich (no toppings) and add a vertically sliced egg roll as your topping. Season with salt, black pepper and hot pepper to taste. Finally, a good Philly Cheese Steak in Allentown? Sorry Honey, but no. I've never found one outside of South Philly...not even North, Northeast or West Philly. And BTW, neither Pat's nor Geno's make the best Philly Cheese Steaks. There are several shops that are far superior. I recommend that you try Jim's near 6th And South Sts. Bon apeptit!! *To order a Philly Cheese Steak with mushrooms, onions and hot peppers you ask for a "Mushroom Cheese Steak wit and wit". The first wit is onions, the second is hot peppers. One wit will always mean onions. If you want neither just do not include a wit. The person taking the order will probably ask, "wit or witout?" What I meant to say was, isn't a Philly Steak like a Cheesesteak, except without cheese? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyteen Posted September 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Are you sure Pat's isn't one of the best makers of cheesesteaks? I've read they originally made the Philly Steak, back in 1930. That was so long ago, even my grandparents weren't born then. Have you heard of the company known as, "A Taste Of Philadelphia"? I wonder if they've got cheesesteaks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 This thread is torture. 28 minutes till dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farin Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 just a random note: I never knew what a "Cheese Steak" was, and always thought that it's a Steak with a Slice of Cheese on top... or something similar but now, after seeing the wikipedia article (especially the picture), I sure hope that the general Cheesesteak looks better than that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edna Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 This thread is torture. 28 minutes till dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Ry 71 Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 just a random note: I never knew what a "Cheese Steak" was, and always thought that it's a Steak with a Slice of Cheese on top... or something similar but now, after seeing the wikipedia article (especially the picture), I sure hope that the general Cheesesteak looks better than that... That looked COMPLETELY different from what I was imagining. I was thinking more along the lines of a barrbacue-ribbed sandwich. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 I'll definitely be in Paradise! Pennsylvania? Really? Well there is this... As I walk through the valley where I harvest my grain I take a look at my wife and realize shes very plain But thats just perfect for an amish like me You know I shun fancy things like electricity At 4:30 in the morning Im milkin cows Jebediah feeds the chickens and jacob plows... fool And Ive been milkin and plowin so long that Even ezekiel thinks that my mind is gone Im a man of the land, Im into discipline Got a Bible in my hand and a beard on my chin But if I finish all of my chores and you finish thine Then tonight were gonna party like its 1699 We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Ive churned butter once or twice Living in an amish paradise Its hard work and sacrifice Living in an amish paradise We sell quilts at a discount price Living in an amish paradise A local boy kicked me in the butt last week I just smiled at him and I turned the other cheek I really dont care, in fact I wish him well cause Ill be laughing my head off when hes burning in hell But I aint never punched a tourist even if he deserved it An amish with a tude? You know thats unheard of I never wear buttons but I got a cool hat And my homies agree I really look good in black... fool If you come to visit, youll be bored to tears We havent even paid the phone bill in 300 years But we aint really quaint, so please dont point and stare Were just technologically impaired Theres no phone, no lights, no motorcar Not a single luxury Like robinson caruso Its as primitive as can be We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Were just plain and simple guys Living in an amish paradise Theres no time for sin and vice Living in an amish paradise We dont fight, we all play nice Living in an amish paradise Hitchin up the buggy, churnin lots of butter Raised a barn on monday, soon Ill raise anutter Think youre really righteous? Think youre pure in heart? Well, I know Im a million time as humble as thou art Im the pious guy the little amlettes wanna be like On my knees day and night scorin points for the afterlife So dont be vain and dont be whiny Or else, my brother, I might have to get medieval on your heinie We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Were all crazy mennonites Living in an amish paradise Theres no cops or traffic lights Living in an amish paradise But youd probably think it bites Living in an amish paradise Ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh Ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-yecch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyteen Posted September 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Pennsylvania? Really? Well there is this... As I walk through the valley where I harvest my grain I take a look at my wife and realize shes very plain But thats just perfect for an amish like me You know I shun fancy things like electricity At 4:30 in the morning Im milkin cows Jebediah feeds the chickens and jacob plows... fool And Ive been milkin and plowin so long that Even ezekiel thinks that my mind is gone Im a man of the land, Im into discipline Got a Bible in my hand and a beard on my chin But if I finish all of my chores and you finish thine Then tonight were gonna party like its 1699 We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Ive churned butter once or twice Living in an amish paradise Its hard work and sacrifice Living in an amish paradise We sell quilts at a discount price Living in an amish paradise A local boy kicked me in the butt last week I just smiled at him and I turned the other cheek I really dont care, in fact I wish him well cause Ill be laughing my head off when hes burning in hell But I aint never punched a tourist even if he deserved it An amish with a tude? You know thats unheard of I never wear buttons but I got a cool hat And my homies agree I really look good in black... fool If you come to visit, youll be bored to tears We havent even paid the phone bill in 300 years But we aint really quaint, so please dont point and stare Were just technologically impaired Theres no phone, no lights, no motorcar Not a single luxury Like robinson caruso Its as primitive as can be We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Were just plain and simple guys Living in an amish paradise Theres no time for sin and vice Living in an amish paradise We dont fight, we all play nice Living in an amish paradise Hitchin up the buggy, churnin lots of butter Raised a barn on monday, soon Ill raise anutter Think youre really righteous? Think youre pure in heart? Well, I know Im a million time as humble as thou art Im the pious guy the little amlettes wanna be like On my knees day and night scorin points for the afterlife So dont be vain and dont be whiny Or else, my brother, I might have to get medieval on your heinie We been spending most our lives Living in an amish paradise Were all crazy mennonites Living in an amish paradise Theres no cops or traffic lights Living in an amish paradise But youd probably think it bites Living in an amish paradise Ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh Ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-ahh-yecch! Are you trying to tell me that Pennsylvania is the home of the Amish? The Amish are in Allentown? Even in Philadelphia? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Ry 71 Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Are you trying to tell me that Pennsylvania is the home of the Amish? The Amish are in Allentown? Even in Philadelphia? No, it's a Weird Al reference, and a great one at that! Well actually, there probably are some Amish people over there, but I don't think that they rule that state. And here's a link to the video. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Are you trying to tell me that Pennsylvania is the home of the Amish? The Amish are in Allentown? Even in Philadelphia? Yes, thats what he's trying to tell you. the amish are everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 Pennsylvania Dutch country is an Amish haven. Whether or not they visit Allentown or Philly is beyond me, as I've never been to either city. I also just thought it would be fun to get a Weird Al reference in. If you don't mind me asking, why are you so excited about visiting Allentown? I mean, yes it was in a Billy Joel song, but he didn't exactly make it sound like a great place to be, did he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 17, 2007 Report Share Posted September 17, 2007 They;ve got bells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 The Philly obsession is interesting too. As far as I know, the only things they have are good sammiches and, well, this thing: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 Oh yeah,that;s understandbale..I'd travel a few hundred miles too just to see this thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 A few hundred? She lives in Oregon. Try a few thousand. But hey, it's the Philly Phanatic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 a few thousand even. I've no idea where she lives. and yeah... philly phanatic alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Ry 71 Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 Mr. Met is cooler... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 It's the baseball mascot. Apparently some marketing genius in Philadelphia thought that that green thing is what a Phanatic looks like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted September 18, 2007 Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 who knows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babyteen Posted September 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2007 The Philly obsession is interesting too. As far as I know, the only things they have are good sammiches and, well, this thing: Obsession? I wouldn't exactly call it an obsession if I were you. If it was "obsession", I would be feeling certain emotions that I don't want to feel. Let's just say, I have an affinity for Philadelphia. After all, who doesn't want to take a strong liking to a city whose name literally means "Brotherly Love"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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