Philly Cheese Steak Pasta
Philly Cheese Steak Pasta combines the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak with the comfort of pasta, creating a rich and creamy dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz 12 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni) Use your favorite pasta shape.
Meat
- 1 lb 1 lb thinly sliced steak (flank steak or sirloin) Thinly sliced for best texture.
Vegetables
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking the steak.
- 1 green bell pepper 1 green bell pepper (sliced) Sliced for sautéing.
- 1 onion 1 onion (sliced) Sliced for sautéing.
- 2 cloves 2 garlic cloves (minced) Minced for flavor.
Sauce
- 1 cup 1 cup beef broth For the sauce.
- 4 oz 4 oz cream cheese (softened) Adds creaminess to the sauce.
- 1 cup 1 cup shredded provolone cheese For a classic cheesesteak flavor.
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional) For extra cheesiness.
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp smoked paprika For smoky flavor.
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Start by cooking the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once done, drain it well and set it aside.
Cook the Steak
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak to the skillet. Cook the steak for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until it is just browned. After cooking, remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside.
Sauté the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add the sliced green bell pepper and onion. Sauté the vegetables for about 4-5 minutes or until they become softened and slightly caramelized. Next, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Make the Sauce
- Lower the heat to medium. In the skillet, add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
Combine All Ingredients
- Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked pasta and the browned steak back into the skillet. Stir everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce. If you like it extra cheesy, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top at this stage.
Serve
- Once everything is well mixed and heated through, serve hot. Enjoy your delicious Philly Cheese Steak Pasta!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if necessary.