Description
Creamy Philly cheesesteak pasta delivers classic sandwich flavors in a comforting pasta dish. Rich beef, melted provolone, and sautéed peppers create a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef or steak strips
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until perfectly al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat. Add finely chopped bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Introduce beef strips or ground beef to the skillet, breaking into small pieces. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat achieves a rich golden-brown color and is completely cooked through.
- Lower heat and incorporate cream cheese and beef broth, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety sauce. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, ensuring each strand is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer the skillet contents to an oven-safe dish. Generously distribute provolone cheese across the top surface. Place under the broiler at 500°F for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully until cheese melts and develops a slight golden-brown bubbling texture.
- Remove from broiler, let rest for 2 minutes, and serve immediately while piping hot, capturing the authentic Philly cheesesteak flavor profile.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin for an authentic Philly cheesesteak texture and richer flavor profile.
- Choose whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Drain excess fat after cooking meat to prevent greasy pasta and maintain a balanced dish consistency.
- Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for deeper umami and classic cheesesteak-inspired complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 675 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg