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Philly Cheese Steak Pasta Recipe

Philly Cheese Steak Pasta

Tender pasta swirled in a creamy, cheesy sauce, generously loaded with savory steak and caramelized onions – all ready in under 30 minutes!
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Steak:
  • 1 pound thinly sliced steak (such as sirloin or ribeye)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Pasta:
  • 1 pound pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite shape)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    1 pound pasta
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Add the onions and bell pepper (if using) and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes more. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound thinly sliced steak, 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
    4 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 3 cups milk
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth. Add provolone cheese and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    8 ounces cream cheese, 2 cups shredded provolone cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper
  5. Add the cooked pasta and the steak and vegetable mixture to the cheese sauce. Gently toss to combine.
    1 pound pasta, 1 pound thinly sliced steak, 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley, if desired.
    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese