Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Name: Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb Ground beef; 2 tsp Sea salt; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 3 large Bell peppers (sliced into thin strips; I used red, yellow, and green); 1 large Onion (cut in half, sliced into thin slices); 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning; 1 tsp Smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp Garlic powder; 4 oz Cream cheese (cut into pieces and softened at room temperature); 1/4 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium; 6 slices Provolone cheese (~4 oz)

Ground beef, peppers, and onions layered with cream cheese and provolone in a casserole dish, seasoned with smoked paprika and Italian spices for a deconstructed Philly cheesesteak format.

Glycemic Load: 0.8 (Low)

502 calories per serving

Serves: 6

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 30 minutes

Original recipe: www.wholesomeyum.com

About This Calculation

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole has a low glycemic load of 0.8 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are bell peppers (GL 0.6), onion (GL 0.2), garlic powder (GL 0.0). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.