The perfect fusion of comfort food and classic flavors!
This Philly Cheesesteak Pasta recipe combines ground beef, sautéed peppers, onions, and a creamy provolone sauce for a rich, flavorful dish.
Whether you’re craving pasta or the bold taste of a cheesesteak, this one-pan meal delivers on all fronts!
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups (170 g) shredded provolone cheese
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt and ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté onions, green, and red bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Step 4: Reduce heat to medium. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes, scraping any browned bits.
Step 5: Stir in heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Gradually add provolone cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
Step 6: Add cooked pasta and the ground beef to the skillet. Toss to coat and heat through.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes! Prepare the sauce and pasta separately. Combine and reheat before serving for the best texture.
2. Can I substitute the heavy cream?
Yes, use a mix of milk and cream cheese for a lighter version without compromising creaminess.
3. How can I add spice?
Add crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce for extra heat.
4. Can I freeze leftovers?
It’s better to refrigerate and consume within 3 days. Freezing may affect the creamy texture.
5. Can I use other cheeses?
Yes, you can substitute provolone with mozzarella or a mix of cheeses for different flavors.
Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta 225 g
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef 450 g
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth 240 ml
- 1 cup heavy cream 240 ml
- 1 ½ cups shredded provolone cheese 170 g
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp sal
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, green, and red bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, scraping any browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper. Gradually add provolone cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and the ground beef to the skillet. Toss to coat and heat through. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
