Description
Savor a creamy, delicious Philly Cheesesteak Pasta with tender beef, sautéed peppers, and a rich cheese sauce for a perfect meal.
Ingredients
- Thinly sliced beef: 1 pound (rib-eye or flank steak works best)
- Pasta: 8 ounces (penne, rotini, or another medium pasta)
- Onions: 1 large, thinly sliced (for caramelization)
- Bell peppers: 2 (1 red, 1 green, thinly sliced)
- Provolone cheese: 1 ½ cups, shredded (for the creamy sauce)
- American cheese: 1 cup, shredded (adds creaminess and flavor)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (for the sauce)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced (adds depth of flavor)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (for sautéing)
- Salt and pepper: To taste (for seasoning)
- Butter: 2 tablespoons (for flavor and richness)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water for the sauce.
- Sauté the Beef: While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Once cooked, remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions and Peppers: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are soft and caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the provolone and American cheese, and cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the Pasta and Beef: Add the cooked pasta and beef to the skillet with the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine, ensuring the pasta is well-coated with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Add the caramelized onions and peppers back to the skillet and stir to combine. Serve the Philly Cheesesteak Pasta immediately, garnished with extra cheese or fresh parsley, if desired.