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Budget-Friendly Philly Cheesesteak Pasta


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A hearty and budget-friendly dish combining classic Philly cheesesteak flavors with pasta, perfect for families and potlucks.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef or thinly sliced beef steak
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Boil the pasta in salted water until just al dente, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high and sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with salt, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Reduce heat to low, stir in cream cheese until melted, then mix in milk with half of the shredded provolone and mozzarella cheeses until smooth.
  6. Add strained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the beef and cheese sauce.
  7. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle remaining provolone and mozzarella on top.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes if desired for browning.
  9. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.

Notes

This one-pan meal is easy to prepare, and leftovers taste just as amazing, making it great for meal prep.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg