Hereβs a delicious Philly Cheesesteak Pasta recipe that combines all the classic flavors of a cheesesteak β but in a creamy, comforting pasta form ππ₯©π§
π₯©π§ Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Pasta
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells)
Beef
- 1 lb (450g) thinly sliced beef (ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak)
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Veggies
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk (or half milk + half cream)
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Optional
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup beef broth (if needed)
Instructions
1. Cook Pasta
- Boil pasta according to package directions.
- Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Beef
- Season beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat a skillet over high heat with 1 tbsp oil.
- Cook beef for 2β3 minutes until browned.
- Remove beef and set aside.
3. Cook Veggies
- In the same skillet, add onion and bell pepper.
- Cook 4β5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
4. Make the Cheese Sauce
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.
- Add cheese and whisk until melted.
- Add Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce if using.
- Season with salt & pepper.
5. Combine Everything
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with veggies.
- Add beef back in.
- Pour cheese sauce over everything.
- Stir until evenly coated and heated through.
π½οΈ Serve
- Garnish with extra cheese and chopped parsley
- Serve hot, with a side salad or garlic bread
β Tips
- Use thinly sliced steak for that authentic cheesesteak feel.
- For extra cheesiness, add more provolone.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or beef broth.