Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak pasta delivers classic sandwich flavors in comforting noodle form, blending tender beef, melted cheese, and caramelized peppers. Rich ingredients combine for a satisfying meal that quickly becomes a family favorite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (450 g) thinly sliced steak (ribeye, sirloin, or shaved beef)
Pasta and Base:
- 12 oz (340 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a generously salted pot of water and cook pasta until tender, maintaining a slight bite. Drain and reserve for later assembly.
- Season beef cuts with salt and freshly ground pepper. Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil until caramelized and medium-rare, creating a rich golden crust. Transfer meat to a cutting board and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until they soften and develop a slight char. Add minced garlic and cook briefly to release aromatic flavors.
- Dust vegetables with flour, stirring to create a light coating. Pour beef broth gradually, whisking to prevent lumps. Introduce heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken.
- Slice rested beef into thin strips. Reintroduce pasta and beef into the creamy sauce, gently folding to ensure even distribution.
- Sprinkle provolone and mozzarella cheeses over the warm mixture, stirring until they melt completely and coat every ingredient with a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Serve immediately while the pasta remains hot and cheese remains gloriously gooey.
Notes
- Slice the steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing, ensuring each bite is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
- Pat the steak dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown crust that locks in all those incredible flavor notes.
- Use thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin for the most authentic Philly cheesesteak experience, which guarantees rich and juicy meat in every forkful.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, reducing calories without compromising the creamy texture.
- Gluten-free friends can substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend to keep the sauce perfectly thickened.
- Vegetarian option works great by replacing steak with portobello mushrooms or plant-based steak strips, maintaining the dish’s hearty essence.
- Enhance the smoky flavor by adding a pinch of smoked salt or using a cast-iron skillet for deeper caramelization of meat and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg