Ingredients

1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef tips with gravy1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1 banana pepper, cut into strips1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 whole wheat hoagie buns, split1/4 cup mayonnaise1/8 teaspoon chili powder, optional8 slices pepper jack cheese

Preparation

Preheat broiler. Heat beef tips with gravy according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in salt and pepper.

Place buns on a baking sheet, cut side up. Mix mayonnaise and, if desired, chili powder; spread on roll bottoms. Layer with beef tips, onion mixture and cheese. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted and buns are toasted.