Description
Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Pasta with Peppers combines savory ground beef, sautéed onions and bell peppers, and tender pasta tossed in a rich, velvety provolone cheese sauce. This comforting one-pan meal delivers classic cheesesteak flavor in a creamy pasta form, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 green bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded provolone cheese
- 1 lb (450 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cubed cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Slowly add beef broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add shredded provolone in batches, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper. Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Let sit 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add milk or cream when reheating to restore sauce consistency.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting.
- Lean ground beef can be substituted for a lighter version.
- Store refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Great baked with extra cheese for a casserole variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 640 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
