Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak pasta brings classic sandwich flavors into a comforting one-pot meal that blends tender beef, melted cheese, and perfectly cooked noodles. Smooth, savory combinations invite you to savor this delicious twist on a Philadelphia street food favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef or steak strips
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Pasta:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until it reaches a tender yet firm consistency, ensuring it maintains a slight bite. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Add finely chopped bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic, sautéing until the vegetables become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Introduce the beef or steak strips into the vegetable mixture, breaking it down and cooking until the meat develops a rich, golden-brown exterior and is completely cooked through.
- Reduce the heat and incorporate cream cheese and beef broth, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety sauce that coats the ingredients evenly.
- Gently fold the drained pasta into the meat and sauce mixture, ensuring each strand is thoroughly coated and integrated with the flavorful components.
- Transfer the pasta to an oven-safe dish and generously distribute provolone cheese across the surface, creating a complete coverage.
- Position the dish under the broiler, watching carefully until the cheese melts completely and develops a slightly bubbling, golden-brown surface. Serve immediately while hot and at peak flavor.
Notes
- Customize your pasta choice for better texture, using robust cuts like penne or rigatoni that hold sauce effectively.
- Drain meat thoroughly to prevent watery sauce, ensuring a rich and concentrated flavor profile.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or Swiss for unique taste variations that complement the classic Philly cheesesteak profile.
- Consider using lean ground beef or thinly sliced sirloin to reduce overall fat content while maintaining authentic meaty flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg