Subject: Philadelphia Cheese-Steak
From: Unicorn (unicorn@indenial.com)
Date: Thu Sep 12 2002 - 06:00:58 EDT
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FOOD FUNNY
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Here's a short but cute one from Jan D. of Cambridge, Ontario:
A man walks into his doctor's office and says, "Doctor, I've eaten
something that disagrees with me."
A voice from the man's stomach says, "No, you haven't."
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TODAY'S RECIPE
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Every American will enjoy dozens of Philly cheese-steaks in the course
of a lifetime, but this may be a new treat for our friends in other
countries. It is generally attributed to one Pat Olivieri of Pat's
Restaurant (now Pat's King of Steaks Restaurant) in South
Philadelphia, although others contend for the honor of inventing it.
According to legend, Pat's supplier delivered a bunch of beef instead
of hot dogs one day, so Pat sliced it thin, grilled it, and placed it
on a bun in 1930 or 1932 - Pat wasn't sure which. He didn't add the
cheese until 1948, and if you want it with grilled onions you have to
ask for a "cheese with." I wouldn't have mine any other way.
Philly Cheese-Steak
Ingredients per sandwich:
2-3 very thin slices of beef (Pat's King of Steaks uses rib-eye)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1-2 slices American cheese, or cheese of your choice
Toasted hoagie of French roll, or hot dog bun
Grilled onions
Grill the beef on a griddle or large skillet over moderate heat,
turning it several times. While still on the griddle, season with
salt and pepper and top with the sliced cheese. Transfer to the roll
with a spatula and top with grilled onions.
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