Cheesesteak - Quiz
  • 1. Which three cheeses are most commonly used on a Philly cheesesteak?
A) Swiss, cheddar, and gouda
B) American, provolone, and Cheez Whiz
C) Mozzarella, brie, and pepper jack
D) Blue cheese, goat cheese, and ricotta
  • 2. Who described provolone as being for aficionados?
A) Joey Vento
B) Craig LaBan
C) Pat Olivieri
D) Frank Olivieri
  • 3. In what year was Cheez Whiz first marketed?
A) 1932
B) 1952
C) 1986
D) 1951
  • 4. Who said that Cheez Whiz is the real cheese?
A) Craig LaBan
B) Frank Olivieri
C) Joey Vento
D) Pat Olivieri
  • 5. Why were the Olivieri brothers originally hesitant to serve cheese on cheesesteaks in South Philly?
A) High cost of dairy products
B) Local health department regulations
C) Concerns regarding kosher dietary laws
D) Lack of refrigeration
  • 6. What is the primary ingredient in a chicken cheesesteak?
A) Seitan
B) Beef
C) Chicken
D) Mushrooms
  • 7. What ingredients are added to a traditional steak sandwich to make it a cheesesteak hoagie?
A) Pickles and mustard
B) Mushrooms and onions
C) Lettuce and tomato
D) Peppers and pizza sauce
  • 8. What is the official cheesesteak of the Phillies baseball team?
A) The Heater
B) The Milano
C) The Philly Special
D) The South Side
  • 9. Which peppers are used in the Heater cheesesteak?
A) Jalapeños
B) Bell peppers
C) Cherry peppers
D) Long hot peppers
  • 10. What cheese is used in a pizza steak?
A) Mozzarella
B) Provolone
C) Cheez Whiz
D) American
  • 11. What is a steak milano flavored with?
A) Grilled or fried tomatoes and oregano
B) Masalas and Indo-Pak spices
C) Buffalo sauce and blue cheese
D) Pizza sauce and mozzarella
  • 12. Which cheese option has been gaining ground since 2019?
A) Cheez Whiz
B) American
C) Cooper Sharp
D) Provolone
  • 13. What are common vegan substitutes for steak in a cheesesteak?
A) Tofu or lentils
B) Chickpeas or jackfruit
C) Seitan or mushrooms
D) Eggplant or zucchini
  • 14. In what location is a variation using masalas and Indo-Pak spices found?
A) Lahore
B) Philadelphia
C) Tokyo
D) New York City
  • 15. How did Frank Olivieri Sr. initially add Cheez Whiz to the sandwich?
A) Surreptitiously after the sandwich was made
B) By serving it on the side
C) Mixed into the beef during cooking
D) On the grill with the meat
  • 16. On what equipment is the steak browned?
A) Microwave oven
B) Charcoal grill
C) Lightly oiled griddle
D) Deep fryer
  • 17. What tool is used to scramble the steak pieces?
A) Flat spatula
B) Whisk
C) Tongs
D) Metal spoon
  • 18. What is placed over the meat to melt?
A) Bread crumbs
B) Butter
C) Slices of cheese
D) Vegetable oil
  • 19. Which of the following is a common addition to a cheesesteak?
A) Pickles
B) Ketchup
C) Mustard
D) Sautéed onions
  • 20. In Philadelphia, what type of bread is the cheesesteak served on?
A) Sourdough bread
B) Hoagie rolls
C) Baguettes
D) Ciabatta
  • 21. Which brand of rolls is famously associated with Philadelphia cheesesteaks?
A) Sara Lee
B) King's Hawaiian
C) Amoroso
D) Wonder Bread
  • 22. What year did Angelo's Pizzeria introduce a homemade roll with sesame seeds?
A) 2015
B) 2005
C) 2021
D) 2019
  • 23. What does Pillsbury suggest as a substitute for bread in their version?
A) A pita
B) A lettuce wrap
C) A tortilla
D) A biscuit
  • 24. What form does the Nestlé 'Philly Steak and Cheese' take?
A) Canned soup
B) Frozen pizza
C) Hot Pocket
D) Microwavable bowl
  • 25. Besides onions, what is another common vegetable addition?
A) Tomatoes
B) Celery
C) Carrots
D) Bell peppers
  • 26. What is the final step in preparing the sandwich before serving?
A) It is wrapped in foil for an hour
B) It is deep fried
C) It is topped with hot sauce
D) It is cut in half
  • 27. In which city did the cheesesteak originate?
A) New York City, New York
B) Boston, Massachusetts
C) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
D) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • 28. Which cut of beef is often used for a cheesesteak?
A) Sirloin tip
B) Rib eye
C) Tenderloin
D) Brisket
  • 29. According to the story, who encouraged the inventors to sell steak sandwiches instead of hot dogs?
A) A cab driver
B) A food critic
C) A local chef
D) The city mayor
  • 30. Who is credited with adding American cheese to the sandwich in 1951?
A) Herb Olivieri
B) A local cab driver
C) Cocky Joe Lorenza
D) Pat Olivieri
  • 31. Was the original version of the cheesesteak prepared with cheese?
A) No
B) Only with provolone
C) Only on request
D) Yes
  • 32. Where was the Olivieri hot dog stand located?
A) Near the Philadelphia airport
B) Near South Philadelphia's Italian Market
C) Next to the public library
D) In the downtown business district
  • 33. What do many establishments outside of Philadelphia call the sandwich?
A) Olivieri special
B) Steak hoagie
C) Beef melt
D) Philly cheesesteak
  • 34. When was the cheesesteak developed according to the Library Company of Philadelphia?
A) Early 1980s
B) Early 20th century
C) Mid 1950s
D) Late 19th century
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