Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese You'll Crave Forever

This Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese is a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining savory beef, creamy cheese, and vibrant peppers in just 30 minutes.

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Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: comfort food, Creamy Philly Cheesesteak, high protein, Mac & Cheese, Quick Meal

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: bowls

Calories: 550kcal

Equipment

Large pot
large skillet
Measuring cups
measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Meat

800 g lean ground beef can be swapped with turkey or chickpeas

For the Vegetables

20 g butter can use olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
100 g chopped white onion
75 g red bell pepper
75 g green bell pepper
75 g yellow bell pepper

For Seasoning

salt to taste
pepper to taste
paprika to taste
chili flakes to taste

For the Creamy Base

140 g light cream cheese
50 g shredded mozzarella can use low-fat
3-4 light cheese slices use favorite melting cheese

For the Pasta

240 g dry macaroni can use whole wheat or chickpea pasta
125 ml reserved pasta water key for sauce binding

For Garnishing

fresh parsley for topping

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the dry macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped white onion, and vibrant bell peppers. Sauté for about 4–5 minutes until softened.
Crumble in the lean ground beef once the veggies are tender. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up to brown evenly. Drain excess fat if necessary. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes to taste.
Reduce the skillet heat to low and stir in the light cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and cheese slices. Allow these to melt and combine into a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water to the skillet, stirring continuously until every noodle is coated with the sauce. Adjust sauce consistency as needed with more reserved pasta water.
Remove from heat, serve into bowls, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.

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